uphold definition, uphold meaning | English dictionary. Search also in: Web News Encyclopedia Images. uphold. vb , -holds, -holding, -held tr. 1 to maintain, affirm, or defend against opposition or challenge. 2 to give moral support or inspiration to.
Definition of Derivative. A compound that can be imagined to arise from a partent compound by replacement of one atom with another atom or group of atoms. Used extensively in orgainic chemistry to assist in identifying compounds.
Derivative (finance) In finance, a derivative is a contract that derives its value from the performance of an underlying entity. This underlying entity can be an asset, index, or interest rate, and is often simply called the underlying. Derivatives can be used for a number of purposes, including insuring against price movements, increasing exposure to price movements for speculation or getting access to otherwise hard-to-trade assets or markets. Some of the more common derivatives include forwards, futures, option