English adjective: linear | |||
1. | linear designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree | ||
Synonyms | additive | ||
Similar | bilinear | ||
Domain category | math, mathematics, maths | ||
Antonyms | nonlinear | ||
2. | linear of or in or along or relating to a line; involving a single dimension | ||
Samples | A linear measurement. | ||
Synonyms | one-dimensional | ||
Similar | collinear, lineal, linelike, rectilineal, rectilinear | ||
Antonyms | cubic, planar, two-dimensional, three-dimensional | ||
3. | linear of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input | ||
Samples | Analogue device. Linear amplifier. | ||
Synonyms | analog, analogue | ||
Domain category | electronics | ||
Antonyms | digital | ||
4. | linear (of a leaf shape) long and narrow | ||
Synonyms | elongate | ||
Similar | simple, unsubdivided | ||
Antonyms | compound | ||
5. | linear measured lengthwise | ||
Samples | Cost of lumber per running foot. | ||
Synonyms | running | ||
Similar | lengthways, lengthwise | ||
Antonyms | crosswise | ||