asymptotic
English
/ˌæsəm(p)ˈtɒtɪk/, /ˌæsəm(p)ˈtɑtɪk/
adj
Definitions
- (mathematics) Pertaining to values or properties approached at infinity.
- (analysis) Coming into consideration as a variable tends to a limit, usually infinity.
Etymology
Suffix from English asymptote.
Origin
English
asymptote
Gloss
Timeline
Distribution of cognates by language
Geogrpahic distribution of cognates
Cognates and derived terms
- asymptote English
- asymptotically English
- nonasymptotic English
- preasymptotic English
- πτωτός Ancient Greek
- σύν Ancient Greek
- ἀ Ancient Greek
- ἀσύμπτωτη Ancient Greek