Differentiable — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ˌdi-fə-ˈren(t)-shē-ˌāt/ dif·fer·en·ti·ate

Meaning & Definition of Differentiable

Differentiable (verb)

  1. to obtain the mathematical derivative of
  2. to mark or show a difference in, constitute a contrasting element that distinguishes
  3. to develop differential or distinguishing characteristics in

Differentiable (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in discriminable

    similar: discriminable, divers, miscellaneous, mixed, several, sundry, variant, varied, various, alternate, alternative, individual, particular, peculiar, single, different, disparate, dissimilar, distant, distinct, distinctive, distinguishable, diverse, nonidentical, other, unalike, unlike, disproportionate, divergent, unequal
    opposite: alike, identical, indistinguishable, kin, kindred, like, parallel, same, similar, equal, selfsame, equivalent, tantamount, akin, analogous, comparable, homological, homologous, related, homogeneous, homogenous, uniform

Related Entry: Differentiate (verb)

Differentiate is a different word from Differentiable. The synonyms below are for differentiate, not for differentiable.

  1. to understand or point out the difference in

    "it was hard at first to differentiate between the two styles of music"

    similar: difference, discern, discriminate, distinguish, secern, separate
    related: contradistinguish, comprehend, grasp, know, understand, divide, part, sever, demarcate, mark (off), set off
    opposite: confuse, mistake, mix (up)
    near: confound, lump (together), mingle

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Differentiable

The most common words with a similar meaning to Differentiable:

discriminable, divers, miscellaneous, mixed, several, sundry, variant, varied, various, alternate, alternative, individual, particular, peculiar, single, different, disparate, dissimilar, distant, distinct, distinctive, distinguishable, diverse, nonidentical, other, unalike, unlike, disproportionate, divergent, unequal

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Differentiable

Words with the opposite meaning of Differentiable:

alike, identical, indistinguishable, kin, kindred, like, parallel, same, similar, equal, selfsame, equivalent, tantamount, akin, analogous, comparable, homological, homologous, related, homogeneous, homogenous, uniform

Word Forms of Differentiable

Inflections: differentiated, differentiating

Derived words: differentiability (noun), differentiable (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Differentiable

probably borrowed from Medieval Latin differentiātus, past participle of differentiāre "to distinguish" (New Latin in mathematical sense), verbal derivative of Latin differentia difference:1

First known use: 1814t

Frequently Asked Questions about Differentiable

What does "Differentiable" mean?

"Differentiable" means to obtain the mathematical derivative of. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to obtain the mathematical derivative of.

What is another word for "Differentiable"?

Other words for "Differentiable" include discriminable, divers, miscellaneous, mixed, several, sundry, variant and varied. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Differentiable" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Differentiable"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Differentiable". Common alternatives include discriminable, divers, miscellaneous, mixed, several, sundry, variant, varied, various and alternate.

What is the opposite of "Differentiable"?

Antonyms of "Differentiable" include alike, identical, indistinguishable, kin, kindred, like, parallel and same.

Is "Differentiable" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Differentiable" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Differentiable"?

"Differentiable" is pronounced /ˌdi-fə-ˈren(t)-shē-ˌāt/ and divided into syllables as dif·fer·en·ti·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Differentiable"?

"Differentiable" comes from probably borrowed from Medieval Latin differentiātus, past participle of differentiāre "to distinguish" (New Latin in mathematical sense), verbal derivative of Latin differentia difference:1. First known use: 1814t.

What is another word for "Differentiable" meaning "as in discriminable"?

When "Differentiable" (adjective) means as in discriminable, synonyms include discriminable, divers, miscellaneous, mixed, several and sundry. Opposites in this sense include alike, identical, indistinguishable and kin.