asymptotic

/əˈsɪmptɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

approaching or closely resembling a mathematical asymptote, especially in its tendency to move indefinitely close to a particular point without actually reaching it.

“The function’s asymptotic behavior is difficult to predict.”

2. noun

a function or curve that has an asymptote

“The mathematician studied the properties of the asymptotic function.”

Synonyms

  • approaching
  • limiting

Antonyms

  • converging
  • diverging