(mathematical analysis) In an asymptotical manner, in the way of an asymptote, toward an asymptote.

(mathematical analysis) A straight line which a curve approaches arbitrarily closely as it goes to infinity. The limit of the curve; its tangent "at infinity".

(mathematical analysis) To approach, but never quite touch, a straight line, as something goes to infinity.

(mathematics) Pertaining to values or properties approached at infinity. / (mathematical analysis) Coming into consideration as a variable tends to a limit, usually infinity.

asymptotic

plural of asymptote

(mathematics) asymptotic analysis / (mathematics) asymptotic behavior

simple past tense and past participle of asymptote

present participle of asymptote

(mathematics) The condition of being asymptotic