derivative
Translation
unoriginal, imitative, uninspired, a financial instrument (noun)
Examples
His style is very derivative of other artists.
His style is very derivative of other artists.
A derivative is a financial instrument.
A derivative is a financial instrument.
Grammar Patterns
derivative of ((sb./sth.)) imitative of (sb./sth.) His style is very derivative of other artists.
((a/an)) derivative (as a noun) something derived from another source A derivative is a financial instrument.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unoriginal, imitative; Antonyms: original, innovative
Etymology
From Latin 'derivare', 'to draw off from a source'. It means something drawn from another source.
Memory Tips
If something is a derivative, it's 'derived' from something else and therefore not original.