general theory of relativity

noun phrase

: relativity sense 3b

Examples of general theory of relativity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Einstein’s general theory of relativity dictates that a twirling black hole would bring spacetime along for the ride, warping it in a process known as the Lense-Thirring effect. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 19 Aug. 2026

Did the person who edited Albert Einstein’s April 1950 article on his general theory of relativity enjoy a philosophical chat with the revolutionary thinker? — Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2026

Total solar eclipses have driven major scientific breakthroughs for more than a century, most famously providing one of the first observational tests of Einstein’s general theory of relativity in 1919. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

In fact, Albert Einstein's time-dilating general theory of relativity tends to be little more than an afterthought, with films highlighting the inconveniences of interstellar travel definitely in the minority. — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for general theory of relativity

• absorptivity
• affectivity
• collectivity
• conductivity
• connectivity
• corrosivity
• creativity
• diffusivity
• directivity
• effectivity
• emissivity
• exclusivity