derived

[ dih-rahyvd ]

adjective

1. received, obtained, or arising from a particular source or in a particular way:

   The relationship between the root word and the derived form is often metaphorical.

   With ingredients that are 100% naturally derived, we can proudly say our lotion is vegan, cruelty-free, and ecofriendly.

2. dependent on or generated by something more basic; secondary:

   The demand for a piece of capital equipment is a derived demand, as it stems directly from the demand for whatever it helps to produce.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of derive ( def ).

Other Words From

• self-de·rived adjective
• well-de·rived adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of derived¹

derive ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

The book drew a following, and Mahoney launched the “Pine Tree Party,” using the same symbol of a pine tree derived from the Christian Nationalist banner “An Appeal to Heaven” that could be seen during the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S.

From Salon

Even Frederick Douglass derived his last name from a character in “Lady of the Lake.”

From Salon

Food counterfeiting also happens in the US – in some cases, cheap and even dangerous ingredients are being used to produce “fake” versions of expensive cheese, such as parmesan made using additives derived from wood pulp.

From BBC

The traditionally Mexican distillate is derived from the agave plant, often using methods that have been honed across generations, with varieties that impart flavors ranging from smoky to earthy and acidic.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s simply derived from their pop culture, and adds a bit more humor and energy to the conversation.

From Slate