Definition of EXTREMUM

extremum

Plural: extrema, extremums

Noun

  • the point located farthest from the middle of something
  • the most extreme possible amount or value
  • A point, or value that is a maximum or a minimum.

Origin / Etymology

Learned borrowing from Latin extrēmum, neuter form of extrēmus (“extreme in degree”). Doublet of extreme.

Synonyms

extreme, extreme point, peak

Scrabble Score: 19

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Words With Friends Score: 22

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