Invariance: meaning, definitions and examples

🔄
Add to dictionary

invariance

 

[ ɪnˈvɛərɪəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

The property of remaining unchanged under a set of transformations or operations.

Synonyms

constancy, stability, unchangeability

Examples of usage

  • The concept of invariance is fundamental in the field of mathematics.
  • Invariance allows us to study the properties of objects that do not change under certain conditions.
Context #2 | Noun

physics

A quantity that does not change when a particular transformation is applied.

Synonyms

conservation, preservation, rigidity

Examples of usage

  • In physics, certain laws exhibit invariance under different conditions.
  • The principle of invariance plays a crucial role in understanding the behavior of physical systems.

Translations

Translations of the word "invariance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 invariância

🇮🇳 अपरिवर्तनीयता

🇩🇪 Invarianz

🇮🇩 ketidakvariasian

🇺🇦 незмінність

🇵🇱 niezmienność

🇯🇵 不変性 (ふへんせい)

🇫🇷 invariance

🇪🇸 invariancia

🇹🇷 değişmezlik

🇰🇷 불변성 (bulbyeonseong)

🇸🇦 ثبات

🇨🇿 neměnnost

🇸🇰 nemennosť

🇨🇳 不变性 (búbiànxìng)

🇸🇮 nespremenljivost

🇮🇸 óbreytanleiki

🇰🇿 өзгермейтіндік

🇬🇪 უცვლელობა

🇦🇿 dəyişməzlik

🇲🇽 invariancia

Etymology

The term 'invariance' originated from the Latin word 'invarians', which means 'not changing'. It first appeared in the field of mathematics during the 19th century, where it was used to describe properties that remain unchanged under certain transformations. The concept of invariance later expanded to other disciplines such as physics, where it became essential in understanding the conservation of quantities. Today, invariance is a key concept in various scientific fields, guiding researchers in uncovering fundamental principles and laws of nature.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,737, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.