an operation used in calculus in which the derivative of a function or variable is determined; the inverse of integration
integration (sense 6)
3.
any process in which a mixture of materials separates out partially or completely into its constituent parts, as in the cooling and solidification of a magma into two or more different rock types or in the gradual separation of an originally homogeneous earth into crust, mantle, and core
differentiation in American English
(ˌdɪfərˌɛnʃiˈeɪʃən)
noun
1.
a differentiating or being differentiated
2. Biology
the modification of an organ, tissue, etc. in structure or function during development into a morespecialized state
3. Ancient Mathematics
the working out of the differential or derivative
Examples of 'differentiation' in a sentence
differentiation
Information systems may be a key element in competitive differentiation.
Piercy, Nigel Market-led Strategic Change (1991)
We can now see how differentiation and integration are put into action in face of uncertainty to produce a working organization.
Torrington, Derek Personnel Management: A New Approach (1991)
The concept of vertical differentiation then provides an explanatory device to bridge the gap between conventional and modern views of international specialization and trade.
Forstner, Helmut, Ballance, Robert Competing in a Global Economy (1990)
That step would help to identify the industries where vertical differentiation makes the most important positive contribution to two-way trade.
Forstner, Helmut, Ballance, Robert Competing in a Global Economy (1990)
Clear differentiation will be crucial.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Synonyms of 'differentiation'
distinction, difference, contrast, disparity
More Synonyms of differentiation
(noun)
the differentiation between the two ranges
Synonyms
distinction
There were obvious distinctions between the two.
difference
the vast difference in size
contrast
The contrast between the two pieces of artwork was very striking.
disparity
economic disparities between countries
divergence
There's substantial divergence of opinion in the party.
polarity
distinctness
Additional synonyms
in the sense of contrast
Definition
a difference which is clearly seen when two things are compared
The contrast between the two pieces of artwork was very striking.