convex

adjective

Definition of convexnext
as in protuberant

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Recent Examples of convex The 15-inchers specifically are the newer RPF1 RS design, which has a flatter face with less convex spokes. — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 15 Apr. 2026 The Grade 5 titanium case features a pebble-like form with a domed sapphire crystal over a convex dial. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2026 Second, the two sides must be readily distinguishable from each other, usually by applying color or markings to one side, although in rare cases they can be distinguished by shape, with one side being convex and the other being concave. — ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026 These patients are more likely to require convex barriers. — Diego Schaps, STAT, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for convex
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convex
  1. protuberant
  2. protruding
  3. bulbous
  4. cambered
  5. swollen
  6. enlarged
  7. spherical
  8. protrusive
Adjective
  • Lu, who has protuberant light brown eyes, small black ears and a floppy tongue, loves to snuggle with her four-legged foster siblings and stretch out in the sun, according to the contest website.
    — Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • And the rear of the case is deeper to accommodate a protuberant rear camera—hinting that the next iPad will see a big camera upgrade.
    — David Phelan, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2022
Definition of protuberant
Adjective
  • Both front tires were so worn that the metal threading was visible and protruding.
    — Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The exhibit will be visible from the street, set up in a protruding bay window, and visitors will be able to walk through the railcar.
    — Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 26 Nov. 2025
Definition of protruding
Adjective
  • The buds are fairly typical, with a bulbous driver housing and an extended stem that sits outside the ear.
    — Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The bulbous growths on the ends of the mycelia burst, releasing even more spores into the air to infect even more unsuspecting ants.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of bulbous
Adjective
  • Traffic was unusually absent, and the roads were abnormally cambered and twisty.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Ditched and cambered, layered roadbed five feet deep.
    — Linda Gregerson, New Yorker, 22 June 2026
Definition of cambered
Adjective
  • The deer’s neck was swollen both from the rut and from having to support the monstrous rack.
    — Jeff Murray, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026
  • And nine Fort Hood soldiers died in 2016 when a rain-swollen creek swept their vehicle into rushing waters.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of swollen
Adjective
  • All3MI boss Louise Pedersen left, with Banijay Rights CEO Cathy Payne running the enlarged business.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Tadalafil can also be prescribed to alleviate symptoms of an enlarged prostate in men.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of enlarged
Adjective
  • First, a planet had to be in hydrostatic equilibrium, meaning that its gravity has pulled it into a spherical shape.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Sound waves cause air inside the spherical or bell-shaped structures to oscillate, pulling in diffuse airflow and expelling it as a concentrated, high-velocity jet.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of spherical
Adjective
  • Lumbar support on the mesh back is very good and the curve is well-placed and protrusive enough to support my slightly more pronounced back curvature perfectly.
    — Corey Gaskin and Jeff Dunn, Ars Technica, 11 Sep. 2020
  • Her sweetheart gown is sleeveless, secured by a strip of organza encircling each arm; her chest bereft of jewelry, only her protrusive collarbones accessorize her décolletage.
    — Hannah Seidlitz, Longreads, 10 Aug. 2020
Definition of protrusive

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“Convex.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convex. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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