1. relating to or involving many parts, elements, or participants; having multiple components or relationships
Usage: formal; logic and mathematics
2. in logic and mathematics, denoting a relation or function that takes more than two arguments or operands
Usage: technical; logic and mathematics

Examples

• The polyadic nature of the problem required analyzing multiple interconnected variables.
• In formal logic, a polyadic predicate can relate three or more objects simultaneously.
• The polyadic structure of the organization involved many departments working together.
• Polyadic relations in mathematics extend beyond simple binary operations.
• The polyadic approach to conflict resolution considers all stakeholders involved.