minima

[ˈmɪnɪmə]

minima Definition

  • 1the smallest or least possible amount or degree
  • 2a point at which a function reaches its lowest value

Using minima: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "minima" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company is operating at the financial minima.

  • Example

    The temperature reached its minima in the early morning hours.

  • Example

    The function has multiple minima and maxima.

  • Example

    The minima of the curve are located at x=2 and x=4.

minima Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for minima

Antonyms for minima

Phrases with minima

  • a point on a curve that is lower than all nearby points but not necessarily the absolute lowest point on the curve

    Example

    The function has two relative minima and one absolute minimum.

  • a point on a curve that is lower than all nearby points but not necessarily the absolute lowest point on the curve

    Example

    The optimization algorithm got stuck at a local minimum instead of finding the global minimum.

  • the lowest point on a curve over its entire domain

    Example

    The absolute minimum of the function is located at x=0.

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Summary: minima in Brief

The term 'minima' [ˈmɪnɪmə] refers to the smallest or least possible amount or degree, and also to a point at which a function reaches its lowest value. It can be used to describe financial, physical, or mathematical contexts, such as 'The company is operating at the financial minima.' or 'The function has multiple minima and maxima.' 'Minima' can be further classified into types like 'relative minima' and 'absolute minima,' depending on their position on a curve.