Synonyms of concave

Antonyms of concave

Collocations of concave

concave shape
Frequency: 70 %

The concave shape of the mirror distorted the reflection.

concave lens
Frequency: 60 %

The optometrist prescribed concave lenses for her nearsightedness.

concave mirror
Frequency: 55 %

The concave mirror was used to focus light in the experiment.

concave surface
Frequency: 50 %

The concave surface of the bowl held the soup in place.

concave curve
Frequency: 45 %

The concave curve of the road made it difficult to see around the bend.

Idiomatic Expressions for concave

  • Phrase: concave mirror
    Meaning: a mirror with a reflecting surface that curves inward, used in telescopes and other optical instruments
    Usage: The scientist used a concave mirror to focus light in her experiment.