nilpotent
(nil-po-tent)
3 syllables
Definition
adjective. a mathematical term for an element that becomes zero when raised to a certain power.
Example Sentence
The number zero is nilpotent for every power except zero.
More Example Sentences
In algebra nilpotent elements are important.
Synonyms
Antonyms
unequal to zero
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