GRADIENT Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

gradient

noun

ˈgrā-dē-ənt

Definition of gradient

as in slope

the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon the path goes up at a pretty steep gradient before leveling off

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Recent Examples of gradient Look for graduated compression socks or stockings that cover the feet, which have a pressure gradient — highest at the bottom and lowest at the top, Stoughton said. — Erica Sloan, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2026 Its richer-blue-gradient dial and updated double-folding clasp further refined the formula. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 Combinations of hairy suede and pebbled leather, including a flattering blush-blond gradient, were also introduced. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026 The company also claims the X7 can tackle gradients of up to 30 degrees. — New Atlas, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gradient

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Highlights include the verdant jungle at Cap Cana, the lush volcanic slopes above Saint-Pierre in Martinique, and the coral gardens off Kralendijk in Bonaire.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026
Caltrans has secured millions in emergency funding to fix a large crack that has developed in the slope below Pacific Coast Highway near Laguna Beach.

— Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of slope

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At Roberto Cavalli, makeup artist Yadim had the same inclination for highly pigmented metallic shades, a choice that punctuated key looks also at Jil Sander.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
OpenAI’s closest rival, Anthropic, has shown no inclination to delay its own IPO, which is expected sometime before year’s end.

— Alyson Shontell, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of inclination

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The hiking area is extremely dangerous and known for steep inclines, loose gravel and falling rocks, according to the Italian Alpine Rescue unit, which told CNN that more than 80 people died in the Dolomites in 2026 so far.

— Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026
Urevo Another advantage the unit has over an under-desk walking mat is the incline.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of incline

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