eigen-

Forms terms pertaining to or related to eigenvectors, eigenvalues; especially for naming mathematical objects which are not affected by a given linear transformation except for by scalar multiplication.

Etymology

Cognate with German: Eigenwert

In summary

Borrowed from German eigen (“own”). Many of the compounds represent partial translations from German, e.g. eigenvalue from German Eigenwert. Doublet of own.

Synonyms

characteristic

inherent

native

peculiar

tradition

Translations

propre

Eigentümlichkeit

Charakteristikum

ιδιο-

caractéristique