Definition

Describing something that changes in relation to another variable while maintaining a specific relationship between them.

Example

In physics, the equations are covariant, meaning they hold true under transformations of the coordinates.

Conversation

Have you heard about the covariant methods in physics?

Yeah, they are pretty interesting! They change with the variables involved, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how they maintain relationships despite those changes.

Totally! I love how math can describe such complex ideas so simply.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Covariant → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "variant" (from Latin "varians", meaning changing or differing). The word "covariant" refers to something that varies together with another variable, indicating a relationship between them.

Memory Tip

Think of things that change or vary together — 'co-' means together, and 'variant' relates to change. This helps you remember that 'covariant' describes variables that change in relation to one another.

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