curvature
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for curvature, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The degree or amount to which something curves or bends.
How to use curvature
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin curvatura, from curvare, "to bend" — related to curve.
Full origin of curvature →Frequently asked questions
What does “curvature” mean?
The word “curvature” means the degree or amount to which something curves or bends. In plain terms, how much something is bent or curved, especially measured in a technical or medical sense.
How do you pronounce “curvature”?
“Curvature” is pronounced KURR-vuh-chuhr (/ˈkɜɹ.və.tʃəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “curvature” in a sentence?
Here is “curvature” used in a sentence: “The doctor noted an abnormal curvature of his spine.”
What part of speech is “curvature”?
“Curvature” is a noun.
Where does the word “curvature” come from?
The word “curvature” comes from Latin. From Latin curvatura, from curvare, "to bend" — related to curve.
Is “curvature” a common word?
“Curvature” is an uncommon word in modern English.