eigen-

Meaning

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.

Synonyms

characteristic

inherent

native

peculiar

tradition

Translations

propre

Eigentümlichkeit

Charakteristikum

ιδιο-

caractéristique

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.