Definition

The quality of being separate or distinct from others.

Example

The discreteness of the data points made it easier to analyze the results.

Conversation

I was reading about the concept of discreteness in math yesterday.

Oh really? What did you find interesting about it?

It’s fascinating how things can be separate or distinct, like in sets.

That makes sense! It’s cool how that idea applies to so many fields.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Discreteness → It is formed from "discretus" (from Latin, meaning separate or distinct) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "discreteness" refers to the quality of being separate or distinct.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'discrete' meaning separate, and remember that 'discreteness' refers to the quality of being separate.

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