Infimum
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɪnˈfaɪməm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Infimum is a noun meaning (mathematics) (of a subset) the greatest element of the containing set that is smaller than or equal to all elements of the subset. The infimum may or may not be a member of the subset.
Meaning
(mathematics) (of a subset) the greatest element of the containing set that is smaller than or equal to all elements of the subset. The infimum may or may not be a member of the subset.
Word Forms
- infima
- infimums
Antonyms for infimum
Common opposites include supremum.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include filter, minimum, supremum, infinitesimal, subminimum, cofinality.
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