Monotonic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɒnəˈtɒnɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Monotonic is an adjective meaning (mathematics) Of a function: that either never decreases or never increases as its independent variable increases.
Meaning
(mathematics) Of a function: that either never decreases or never increases as its independent variable increases.
More Meanings
- Uttered in a monotone; monotonous.
- Of or using the Greek system of diacritics which discards the breathings and employs a single accent to indicate stress. It replaced polytonic system in 1982.
Example Sentences
The Same Spade talk-alike, super-cynical heroine of the piece is named Emma Victor, and there's no end to her rapid-fire, monotonic, street-smart patter.
Synonyms for monotonic
Depending on context, synonyms include monotonous, monotone, unmusical, unmelodious.
Antonyms for monotonic
Common opposites include nonmonotonic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include monotone, monotonous, unmusical, unmelodious, dull, boring.
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