interval (Meaning)
interval (n)
a definite length of time marked off by two instants
a set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints
the distance between things
the difference in pitch between two notes
interval (n.)
A space between things; a void space intervening between any two objects; as, an interval between two houses or hills.
Space of time between any two points or events; as, the interval between the death of Charles I. of England, and the accession of Charles II.
A brief space of time between the recurrence of similar conditions or states; as, the interval between paroxysms of pain; intervals of sanity or delirium.
Difference in pitch between any two tones.
Alt. of Intervale
Synonyms & Antonyms of interval
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Synonyms:
- rest
- interstice
- lapse
- respite
- subinterval
- lag
- suspension
- time lag
- discontinuance
- interspace
- adjournment
- entr'acte
- space
- comma
- caesura
- bumper
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interval Sentence Examples
- The concert featured a brief interval between the lively musical performances.
- The scheduled interval for the train departure allowed passengers to comfortably board.
- Athletes often use the interval training method to enhance their cardiovascular fitness.
- During the math exam, students were given a short interval to review their answers.
- The timer beeped, signaling the end of the cooking interval for the dish in the oven.
- The traffic lights operate on a timed interval, ensuring a smooth flow of vehicles.
- Musicians practice their pieces with precision, paying attention to every interval in the composition.
- A short interval separated each act in the theatrical production, allowing for set changes.
- In astronomy, the time interval between two consecutive full moons is known as a lunar month.
- The scheduled interval for the conference presentations allowed for breaks and discussions.
FAQs About the word interval
a definite length of time marked off by two instants, a set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints, the distance between things
interruption, hiatus, pause, gap, hiccup,interlude, discontinuity, interim, window, hiccough
continuation, run,continuation, run, continuity, continuity, continuum, stretch,progression, progression
The concert featured a brief interval between the lively musical performances.
The scheduled interval for the train departure allowed passengers to comfortably board.
Athletes often use the interval training method to enhance their cardiovascular fitness.
During the math exam, students were given a short interval to review their answers.
