Synonyms for

Gravitational

Verb / ˌgrævɪˈteɪʃʌnʌl / Another word for gravitational — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

related to the force of attraction between two objects with mass

Synonyms & similar words

gravitative attraction force magnetic centripetal gravitative magnetizing pulling tugging drawing alluring captivating enticing fascinating gripping interesting intriguing mesmeric spellbinding bewitching enchanting

Synonyms by register

Formal

attractive pulling centripetal

Literary

earthly terrestrial

Antonyms

weightless buoyant levitating uplifted unburdened free

Common collocations

  • gravitational pull
  • gravitational force
  • gravitational field
  • gravitational waves
  • gravitational constant
  • gravitational acceleration
  • gravitational potential

Word family

noun gravity
adverb gravitationally

Usage note

This adjective primarily relates to the force of gravity. It is most commonly used in scientific and academic contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The gravitational force between the sun and the planets keeps them in orbit.
  2. The gravitational pull of a black hole is so strong that nothing can escape from it.
  3. Scientists study gravitational waves to learn more about the universe.
  4. The gravitational attraction between two objects depends on their masses and the distance between them.
  5. The astronauts on the space station experience microgravity because they are in a state of freefall around the Earth.

Quotes

  • 'I am fascinated by the concept of gravity. It pulls us all down, but it also keeps us all together.' - Neil DeGrasse Tyson
  • 'Gravity is not just a force of attraction between masses; it is also a curvature of space and time.' - Stephen Hawking
  • 'We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.' - Oscar Wilde

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