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Synonyms of derivative

6 similar words · 3 opposite words

Another word for derivative is derivate. Other synonyms of derivative are offshoot, spinoff, derived word, contingent claim and derived function. The opposite of derivative is root.

Synonyms and similar words for derivative

nounSomething derived.

nounMore synonyms

  • derived word
  • contingent claimA claim that can be made when certain specified outcomes occur. It depends on the state of nature of the financial...

nounIn analysis: function.

  • derived functionOf a function, another function, the value of which for any value of the independent variable is the instantaneous rate...

Opposite of derivative

nounA word formed by derivation, such as stylish from style.

nounMore antonyms

nounAntiderivative, integral.

  • antonym(s) of

Meaning of derivative

  1. adjective Obtained by derivation; not radical, original, or fundamental.
  2. adjective Imitative of the work of someone else.
  3. adjective Referring to a work, such as a translation or adaptation, based on another work that may be subject to copyright restrictions.

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Questions about synonyms of derivative

What is another word for derivative?
Derivative has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as derivate, offshoot, spinoff, derived word, contingent claim and derived function.
What is the opposite of derivative?
The opposite of derivative is root.
What does derivative mean?
Derivative means obtained by derivation; not radical, original, or fundamental.

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