Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Derivative.
How to pronounce derivative:
US
Derivative - as a noun
The result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
derived functiondifferentialdifferential coefficientfirst derivativeHypernyms (Closely Related)
calculationcomputationfiguringreckoningHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A compound obtained from, or regarded as derived from, another compound
A financial instrument whose value is based on another security
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
derivative instrumentHypernyms (Closely Related)
instrumentlegal documentlegal instrumentofficial documentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(linguistics) a word that is derived from another word
Example: "`electricity' is a derivative of `electric'"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
wordHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Derivative - as an adjective satellite
Resulting from or employing derivation
Example: "A derivative process"
Derivative - as an adjective
Obtained by derivation; not radical, original, or fundamental.
Example: "A derivative conveyance; a derivative word"
Imitative of the work of someone else.
Referring to a work, such as a translation or adaptation, based on another work that may be subject to copyright restrictions.
Having a value that depends on an underlying asset of variable value.
Lacking originality.
Example Sentences
"She loves reading classic literature, especially the derivatives of Jane Austen's novels."
"Investing in derivatives can be risky if you are not familiar with how they work."
"The artist focused on creating original works rather than derivatives of famous paintings."
"Mathematics students often struggle with understanding the concept of derivatives."
"His musical compositions were considered groundbreaking and free from derivative influences."
Word Game Points
Is DERIVATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, derivative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DERIVATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is DERIVATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, derivative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDERIVATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DERIVATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, derivative is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDERIVATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
