derivative
Translation
derivative, by-product, offshoot
Examples
'Happiness' is a derivative of 'happy'.
'Happiness' is a derivative of 'happy'.
He trades in complex financial derivatives.
He trades in complex financial derivatives.
Grammar Patterns
a derivative of ((sth.)) 'Courageous' is a derivative of 'courage'.
Similar Words
Synonyms: by-product, offshoot, spin-off
Etymology
From Latin 'derivare' (to draw off a stream), from 'de-' (away) + 'rivus' (stream).
Memory Tips
A 'derivative' is something that flows from something else, like a small stream from a 'river'. It's not the original.