Derivative
/dɪˈɹɪvətɪv/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Derivative
noun
adjective
- Obtained by derivation; not radical, original, or fundamental.
"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.
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SYNONYMS
contingent claimderived functionderivatederivedwordoffshootspinoff
ANTONYMS
coincidental