Synonyms for Derivative
Definition of derivative
- adjective
- resulting from or employing derivation; "a derivative process"; "a highly derivative prose style"
- noun
- the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx
- a compound obtained from, or regarded as derived from, another compound
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Writing tips for "derivative"
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