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convexly

convexly

7.7
In a way that curves outward like the outside of a ball
  • adverb
  • /kənˈvɛksli/
  • Specialized
translation icon : convexamente
  • The lens is shaped convexly, allowing it to focus light effectively.

Examples

  • The mirror was designed convexly to give a wider view of the surroundings.

  • The shape of the balloon expanded convexly as it filled with air.

  • We see it "in bulk," convexly.

    Academic text (1993)

Antonyms

concavely
8.4

In a way that curves inward like the inside of a bowl

How Concave

concavely
8.4
convexly
  • Specialized
7.7

Surface Forms

convexly positive

Morphology

convexly = convex (transparent) = convex + ly

The adverb 'convexly' is transparently formed from the adjective 'convex' with the addition of the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Etymology

Convexly comes from the word convex, which means 'curved outward', like the outside of a ball or a small dome. So, when something is described as shaped convexly it bulges out and can make a drop sit like a tiny dome or help a lens focus light.