Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

discontinuity

noun

[ˌdɪs.kənˈtɪn.juː.ɪ.ti]

Definition

A break or gap in a sequence, series, or process.

Examples

The discontinuity in the data set made it difficult to predict future trends.
In calculus, a function is said to have a discontinuity if it is not continuous at a certain point.
The artist aimed to create a sense of discontinuity to evoke a feeling of uncertainty in the viewer.

Meaning

Discontinuity refers to an interruption or a distinct separation in continuity, which can occur in various contexts such as mathematics, science, and everyday life.