gravitational
gra-vih-TAY-shuh-nuhl
Gravitational (adj) means relating to gravity or the force of gravitation. Example: “The rocket had to overcome Earth's gravitational pull.”
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Relating to gravity or the force of gravitation.
"Unlike most moons of the solar system, ours has the heft, the gravitational gravitas, to pull itself into a sphere."
— Natalie Angier (2014)
"The rocket had to overcome Earth's gravitational pull."
"Scientists measured the gravitational effect of the massive star."
How to use gravitational
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving to do with gravity or the pull between masses.
Common pairings
gravitational pull
gravitational force
gravitational field
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Rhymes for gravitational
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rational
diagonal
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Frequently asked questions
What does “gravitational” mean?
The word “gravitational” means relating to gravity or the force of gravitation. In plain terms, having to do with gravity or the pull between masses.
How do you pronounce “gravitational”?
“Gravitational” is pronounced gra-vih-TAY-shuh-nuhl (/ˌɡɹævɪˈteɪʃənəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “gravitational” in a sentence?
Here is “gravitational” used in a sentence: “The rocket had to overcome Earth's gravitational pull.”
What part of speech is “gravitational”?
“Gravitational” is an adjective.
Is “gravitational” a common word?
“Gravitational” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
