Derivative and Differential

Derivative

Derivative noun - The result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx.

Differential is a synonym for derivative. In some cases you can use "Differential" instead a noun "Derivative".

Nearby Words: derive, derivation, derived, derivable, derivatively

Differential

Differential noun - The result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx.

Derivative is a synonym for differential. You can use "Derivative" instead a noun "Differential".

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