adverb
- in a way that uses practical experience or trial-and-error methods to find solutions, rather than following a strict rule or algorithm
Usage: commonly used in computing, mathematics, and problem-solving contexts
Examples
- The programmer solved the complex problem heuristically by testing different approaches.
- We approached the task heuristically, learning from each attempt.
- The AI system works heuristically to find approximate solutions quickly.
- Rather than following a strict formula, the team decided to proceed heuristically.
- The search algorithm operates heuristically to narrow down possibilities.
- She reasoned heuristically through the puzzle, using trial and error.