derivative
noun
- 1
Something derived.
- 2
A word that derives from another one.
- 3
A financial instrument whose value depends on the valuation of an underlying asset; such as a warrant, an option etc.
- 4
A chemical derived from another.
- 5
The derived function of a function (the slope at a certain point on some curve f(x))
- 6
The value of this function for a given value of its independent variable.
Antonyms
adjective
- 1
Obtained by derivation; not radical, original, or fundamental.
“a derivative conveyance; a derivative word”
- 2
Imitative of the work of someone else.
- 3
Referring to a work, such as a translation or adaptation, based on another work that may be subject to copyright restrictions.
- 4
Having a value that depends on an underlying asset of variable value.
- 5
Lacking originality.
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