Derivative
Pronunciation: /dərˈɪvətɪv/
Derivative (noun)
- something that comes from another thing, often not original.
- a financial agreement whose value depends on another asset.
- a mathematical expression showing how a function changes at any point.
Examples
- The movie was a derivative of several classic films.
- Her artwork seemed like a derivative of famous paintings.
Common collocations: create a derivative, sell a derivative, trade derivatives, invest in derivatives, find the derivative
Derivative (adjective)
- lacking originality, based on something else.
Examples
- The novel was criticized for being too derivative.
- His music sounded derivative of older styles.