discontinuity

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Noun discontinuity has 1 sense

discontinuity - lack of connection of continuity
--₁ is a kind of separation
Antonyms: continuity

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Discontinuity

Definition

In mathematics, a discontinuity refers to a point or a set of points on a function where it fails to be continuous. It represents a break in the smoothness or flow of the function.

Senses and Usages

Noun:

A break or gap in something that was previously continuous.

Example: The artist's painting showcased a deliberate discontinuity in the center, creating a visually captivating effect.

A point on a graph where a function is not continuous.

Example: The discontinuity in the graph at x = 2 indicates that the function is not defined at that point.

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