Convexity

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /kənˈvɛksəti/

Definitions of convexity

noun the quality or state of being convex; a curved shape that bulges outward

Example Sentences

A1 The convexity of the mirror made my reflection appear distorted.

A2 The convexity of the lens helped to focus the light onto the film.

B1 The convexity of the curve in the road made it difficult to see oncoming traffic.

B2 The convexity of the glass magnified the image on the other side.

C1 The convexity of the building's architecture created a unique and striking design.

C2 The convexity of the sculpture gave it a sense of movement and fluidity.

adjective convex

Example Sentences

A1 The convexity of the mirror made my reflection appear distorted.

A2 The convexity of the lens helped to focus the light onto a single point.

B1 The convexity of the roof allowed rainwater to easily run off.

B2 The convexity of the glass magnified the image on the other side.

C1 The convexity of the sculpture gave it a three-dimensional appearance.

C2 The convexity of the curve created a sense of depth in the painting.

Examples of convexity in a Sentence

formal The convexity of the lens causes light to converge at a focal point.

informal The convexity of the mirror makes things look bigger.

slang I love how the convexity of the sunglasses makes my face look slimmer.

figurative The convexity of her argument made it impossible to refute.

Grammatical Forms of convexity

plural

convexities

comparative

more convex

superlative

most convex

present tense

convexes

future tense

will convex

perfect tense

have convexed

continuous tense

is convexing

singular

convexity

positive degree

convex

infinitive

to convex

gerund

convexing

participle

convexed

Origin and Evolution of convexity

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'convexity' originated from the Latin word 'convexus', meaning arched or vaulted.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'convexity' has retained its original meaning of being curved or arched, but has also been used in various fields such as mathematics, economics, and physics to describe the shape of a curve or surface that bulges outward.