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GRADIENT

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Gradient.

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Gradient - as a noun

A graded change in the magnitude of some physical quantity or dimension

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal

Example: "A five-degree gradient"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
positionspatial relation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Gradient - as an adjective

Moving by steps; walking.

Example: "Gradient automata"

Rising or descending by regular degrees of inclination.

Example: "The gradient line of a railroad"

Adapted for walking, as the feet of certain birds.

Example Sentences

"The gradient of the hill was too steep for the hikers to climb."
"She used a ruler to measure the gradient of the line."
"The painter used a variety of colors to create a beautiful gradient."
"The gradient of the temperature change was quite significant over a short distance."
"He studied the gradient of the river to understand its flow patterns."
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Word Game Points

Is GRADIENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gradient is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GRADIENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is GRADIENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gradient is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GRADIENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is GRADIENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gradient is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GRADIENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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