Derived
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈɹaɪvd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Derived is an adjective meaning (systematics) Of, or pertaining to, conditions unique to the descendant species of a clade, and not found in earlier ancestral species.
Meaning
(systematics) Of, or pertaining to, conditions unique to the descendant species of a clade, and not found in earlier ancestral species.
More Meanings
- (comparable, archaic, taxonomy) Possessing features believed to be more advanced or improved than those other organisms.
- A product of derivation
- simple past and past participle of derive
Example Sentences
The French language is derived from Latin.
Synonyms for derived
Depending on context, synonyms include calculated, derivative, calculable, derivable, plagiarized, traced.
Antonyms for derived
Common opposites include simple, underived.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include calculated, plagiaristic, plagiarized, calculable, derivative, derivable.
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