derivative in English
- derivative⇄adj. 1. not original; derived.
Ex. derivative poetry.
2. of derivation; derivational. - derivative⇄adv. derivatively.
- derivative⇄derivative, adjective, noun.
- derivative⇄noun derivativeness.
- derivative⇄noun 1. something derived.
Ex. Many medicines are derivatives of roots and herbs. They spoke a derivative of the Malay language (Harper's).
2. a word formed by adding a prefix or suffix to another word. ?Quickness and ?quickly are derivative
derivative in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
derivative in Sindhi سنڌي
derivative in Tamil தமிழ்
derivative in Telugu తెలుగు
derivative in Urdu اُردُو
Derivative
Part of Speech
Adjective, Noun
Pronunciation
UK: /dɪˈrɪv.ə.tɪv/
US: /dɪˈrɪv.ə.tɪv/
Definitions
- (Adjective) Derived from something else; not original.
- (Noun) Something that is based on another source, especially in language, finance, or chemistry.
Usage Examples
- The artist's work was criticized for being too derivative of earlier styles.
- Financial derivatives can be complex investment instruments.
Etymology
From Latin derivativus, from derivare (to derive), composed of de- (down, away) + rivus (stream).
Synonyms
- Copied
- Unoriginal
- Secondary
- Borrowed
Antonyms
- Original
- Primary
- Innovative
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | derivado | /deɾiˈβaðo/ |
| French | dérivé | /de.ʁi.ve/ |
| German | Derivat | /deʁiˈvaːt/ |
| Hindi | व्युत्पन्न | /vyʊt.pən.nə/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 衍生 | /yǎn shēng/ |
| Russian | производный | /prɐɪzˈvod.nɨj/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /dɪˈrɪv.ə.tɪv/
- American English: /dɪˈrɪv.ə.tɪv/
- Australian English: /dɪˈrɪv.ə.tɪv/
- Indian English: /dɪˈrɪv.ə.tɪv/ (with slight regional variations)
Historical Usage
The word "derivative" has been used in English since the 15th century, initially in a linguistic sense, before gaining significance in mathematics and finance.
Cultural Nuances
In literature and art, the term "derivative" often has a negative connotation, implying lack of originality. In finance, derivatives are key instruments for risk management and speculation.
More Information
The concept of derivation is fundamental in multiple fields. In linguistics, it refers to word formation. In mathematics, derivatives measure change rates. In finance, derivative contracts derive value from underlying assets.