Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infima
noun
/ɪnˈfɪmə/
Definition
The term ‘infima’ refers to the infimum of a set, which is the greatest lower bound of that set in mathematical terms.
Examples
- The infima of the set {3, 5, 7} is 3.
- In calculus, understanding infima can help in finding limits of functions.
- The infima of the sequence approaches zero as the terms become smaller.
Meaning
In simpler terms, the infimum is the largest value that is less than or equal to every number in a given set. It is an important concept in mathematics, particularly in analysis and topology.
Synonyms
- greatest lower bound
- lower limit
