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convexness

convexness

8.1
The state of having a surface that curves outward like a ball
  • noun
  • /kənˈvɛksnəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : convexidad
  • When drawing three-dimensional objects, the convexness of surfaces creates the illusion of depth.

Examples

  • Architects admired the convexness of the dome, which gave the building a unique silhouette.

  • The convexness of the lens helps focus light onto the retina.

  • The convexness of the lens improves image quality.

  • Can you explain the concept of convexness?

  • The architects admired the convexness of the dome, which gave the building a unique silhouette.

  • The convexness of the lens helps focus light onto the retina.

  • When drawing three-dimensional objects, the convexness of surfaces creates the illusion of depth.

Synonyms

convexity
vsconvexness
  • Specialized
1 7.6

A surface that curves or bulges outward like the outside of a ball

is the less common noun form for the same outward curving property

Antonyms

concaveness
1 9.6

The state of curving inward like the inside of a bowl

Surface Forms

convexness singular
convexnesses plural

Morphology

convexness = convex (transparent) = convex + ness

Formed by a regular noun-forming suffix '-ness' on the adjective 'convex', so the meaning is directly the state or quality of being convex.

Etymology

The word convexness comes from the adjective convex, which comes from Latin convexus, meaning 'arched' or 'curved outward'. So, convexness is the quality of being 'curved outward', like the outside of a ball or the rounded surface of a lens.