convexities

noun

plural of convexity
as in projections
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something a potter smoothing out a convexity in the vase

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convexities
  1. projections
  2. protrusions
  3. sections
  4. protuberances
  5. bulges
  6. domes
  7. overhangs
  8. portions
Noun
  • Alongside the latest projections, the agency released a database that categorized occupations based on their theoretical and observed exposure to AI.
    — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Sadly, the production was a downer, draining Kushner’s masterpiece of color and humor and inserting, in their place, gloomy projections of cityscapes and, unaccountably, David Bowie songs.
    — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of projections
Noun
  • Burls are sound, hard, woody swellings or protrusions that form on the trunks, branches, or roots of trees.
    — Pamm Cooper, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026
  • These types of protrusions are fairly common, particularly in older men, and occur when a small amount of abdominal contents, such as fat or a bit of intestines, slips through a gap or weak point in the muscles and tissues of the abdominal wall.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 9 July 2026
Definition of protrusions
Noun
  • Peel the tangerines and/or clementines, then separate into clusters of 3 or 4 sections, removing any especially egregious stringy bits.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The ranch, the nearby Bright Angel Campground and large sections of the inner canyon trail network remain closed indefinitely.
    — Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of sections
Noun
  • As does the Buddha’s Hand, a pulp-less lemon with fragrant, yellowy finger-like protuberances best for zesting, candying, and making infusions for teas, simple syrups, marinades, and libations.
    — Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Described as bright green with small protuberances on its back, the frog belongs to the Gastrotheca genus, a group of marsupial frogs found in Central and South America.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2026
Definition of protuberances
Noun
  • Bra bands that dig in and have minimal side coverage can create bulges under your tops and dresses, but this under-$20 Warners style does the opposite, according to shoppers.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
  • During matches earlier this year, bulges could be seen in the shoulder seams on jerseys for teams including France and Uruguay, the Guardian reported.
    — Claire Rush, Fortune, 28 June 2026
Definition of bulges
Noun
  • The Pro Bowl began in 1950 and was played in warm-weather cities or domes for all but the 1974 game, which was held at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
  • This, in turn, removes primary-circuit pressure risks and eliminates the requirement for bulky, high-pressure containment domes.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of domes
Noun
  • Bridges and overhangs were clean, confirming excellent exposure calibration and the printer's ability to resolve intricate features without sacrificing dimensional accuracy.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Remove any large groupings of plants like saw palmetto, yaupon, wax myrtle and gallberry, especially if the plants are close to the home, adjacent decks or porches or under eaves or overhangs.
    — Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of overhangs
Noun
  • The storm could generate strong swells for portions of Mexico’s southwestern coast and Baja California through the weekend, and perhaps Southern California, too, according to the hurricane center.
    — Denise Chow, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Users' portions of the settlement will be delivered to their PlayStation Network account wallets, according to the lawsuit's website.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of portions
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“Convexities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convexities. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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