convexity

con·vex·i·ty

noun \kən-ˈvek-sət-ē, kän-\

plural con·vex·i·ties

Definition of CONVEXITY

1

: the quality or state of being convex

2

: a convex surface or part

Examples of CONVEXITY

1. the convexity of the lens
2. the convexities along the surface

First Known Use of CONVEXITY

1599

Related to CONVEXITY

Synonyms: bunch, bulge, jut, overhang, projection, protrusion, protuberance, swell

Antonyms: cavity, concave, concavity, dent, depression, dint, hollow, indent, indentation, indenture, pit, recess

Related Words: dome; blob, bump, dilatation, gibbosity, hump, knob, knot, knurl, lump, nub, obtrusion, puff, snag, swelling; block, piece, portion, section; enlargement, escalation, expansion, increase; hill, mound

Near Antonyms: crater, hole, well; basin, bowl, dip, valley; furrow, groove, trench, trough; dimple, gouge, impression, notch, pocket

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Rhymes with CONVEXITY

complexity, perplexity