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Curvature

Verb / ˈkɜ:vʌtʃɜ: / Another word for curvature — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The amount by which a curve deviates from a straight line or a plane surface.

Synonyms & similar words

curve bend curve arch turn twist bow loop hook arc buckle warp flexure inflection deflection sway inclination slope gradient pitch angle

Synonyms by register

Formal

flexure deflection arcuation

Literary

bend curve sweep

Antonyms

straightness flatness linearity rectitude evenness unbending

Common collocations

  • radius of curvature
  • curvature of field
  • Gaussian curvature
  • mean curvature
  • curvature of a curve
  • curvature of space
  • positive curvature
  • negative curvature

Word family

noun curvature
verb curve
adjective curved
adverb curvingly

Usage note

Curvature refers to the degree to which a line or surface deviates from being straight or flat. It is often used in mathematical and scientific contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The curvature of the earth makes it look like ships disappear over the horizon.
  2. The curvature of the roller coaster made my stomach drop.
  3. The curvature of the lens caused the image to appear distorted.
  4. The curvature of the bridge allowed boats to pass underneath.
  5. The curvature of the track made it difficult for the race car to maintain speed.

Quotes

  • The curvature of space-time tells matter how to move; matter tells space-time how to curve.
  • Beauty is the result of curves and curves are the result of freedom.
  • The curvature of life is always going to be better than the straight line.

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