English Synonym Finder

concavity

Definitions

The state or quality of being concave; a hollowed-out or inward-curving shape.

A concave surface or area; a depression or indentation.

Examples

The architect designed the roof with a slight concavity to help channel rainwater into the collection system.

The lens is characterized by its distinct concavity, which helps to diverge incoming light rays.

Geologists studied the concavity of the crater to determine the angle at which the meteorite struck the surface.

Synonyms

depression hollow indentation cavity dip recess basin

Antonyms

convexity bulge protuberance projection hump bump elevation