parabolic
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for parabolic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Shaped like or relating to a parabola — a smooth, U-shaped curve.
Synonyms
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How to use parabolic
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Etymology
From Greek parabolikos, related to "parabola."
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What does “parabolic” mean?
The word “parabolic” means shaped like or relating to a parabola — a smooth, U-shaped curve. In plain terms, curved in the shape of a parabola, the U-like curve you see in graphs of thrown objects.
How do you use “parabolic” in a sentence?
Here is “parabolic” used in a sentence: “A satellite dish has a parabolic shape that focuses signals to one point.”
What part of speech is “parabolic”?
“Parabolic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “parabolic” come from?
The word “parabolic” comes from Greek. From Greek parabolikos, related to "parabola.".