gradient (Meaning)
gradient (n)
a graded change in the magnitude of some physical quantity or dimension
the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal
gradient (a.)
Moving by steps; walking; as, gradient automata.
Rising or descending by regular degrees of inclination; as, the gradient line of a railroad.
Adapted for walking, as the feet of certain birds.
gradient (n.)
The rate of regular or graded ascent or descent in a road; grade.
A part of a road which slopes upward or downward; a portion of a way not level; a grade.
The rate of increase or decrease of a variable magnitude, or the curve which represents it; as, a thermometric gradient.
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gradient Sentence Examples
- The gradient of the hill was so steep that climbing it was a challenge.
- The temperature gradient in the lake created distinct layers of water with varying temperatures.
- The color gradient on the wall created a mesmerizing effect, transitioning smoothly from light to dark.
- The pressure gradient across the membrane allowed for the passage of ions into the cell.
- The gradient of the river's current determined the speed at which the boat moved downstream.
- The concentration gradient of the solute led to the diffusion of molecules from high to low concentration.
- The gradient of the terrain influenced the path taken by the hikers, guiding them through the rugged landscape.
- The shading gradient on the drawing added depth and realism to the image.
- The voltage gradient along the axon triggered the transmission of electrical impulses in the neuron.
- The gradient of the snowfall increased as the storm approached, resulting in heavier accumulation in higher elevations.
FAQs About the word gradient
a graded change in the magnitude of some physical quantity or dimension, the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontalMoving by s
inclination, incline,slope,diagonal, pitch, rake, grade, slant, bank, rise
decline, declination, hanging, fall, declension, descent, declension, declivity, descent, fall
The gradient of the hill was so steep that climbing it was a challenge.
The temperature gradient in the lake created distinct layers of water with varying temperatures.
The color gradient on the wall created a mesmerizing effect, transitioning smoothly from light to dark.
The pressure gradient across the membrane allowed for the passage of ions into the cell.
