gradient

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gra·di·ent ˈgrā-dē-ənt How to pronounce gradient (audio)

: the rate of regular or graded (see grade entry 2 sense transitive 2) ascent or descent : inclination

: a part sloping upward or downward

: change in the value of a quantity (such as temperature, pressure, or concentration) with change in a given variable and especially per unit distance in a specified direction

: the vector sum of the partial derivatives with respect to the three coordinate variables x, y, and z of a scalar quantity whose value varies from point to point

: a graded difference in physiological activity along an axis (as of the body or an embryonic field)

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Any slope can be called a gradient. In the interstate highway system, the maximum gradient is 6 percent; in other words, the highway may never ascend more than 6 vertical feet over a distance of 100 feet. Any rate of change that's shown on a graph may have a sloped gradient. Suppose the graph's horizontal axis shows the passage of time and its vertical axis shows some activity; if the activity is happening very fast, then the gradient of the line on the graph will be steep, but if it's slow the gradient will be gentle, or gradual.

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the path goes up at a pretty steep gradient before leveling off

Recent Examples on the Web Arrange the leaves randomly, in a pattern, or in a gradient, then pin them to the canvas for an elegant fall addition to any room.

Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2022 To make the color work on fairer complexions, go with a lighter gradient of the shade.

Elle Turner, Glamour, 29 Aug. 2022 In just a few minutes' time, travelers climb to 396 meters (1,300 feet) above sea level, with a maximum gradient of 25.7 degrees.

Lilit Marcus, CNN, 26 Aug. 2022 For now, the birch wood, representing serenity and the strata of rock, contrasted with a soft gradient of blue resin, is his signature, gently blurring the boundaries between furniture and art.

Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2022 This season, that takes form with a gradient of pinks and princess blues that often coordinate with her wardrobe and hair.

Martine Thompson, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 July 2022 In the guidelines, steep hillsides have a gradient of at least 25% and a vertical elevation of at least 50 feet.

Brett Milligan, The Conversation, 13 July 2022 First up is Jodie Turner-Smith, who provided a knockout arrival, strutting through the airport in a flowy two-piece suit that featured a yellow-to-pink gradient.

André-naquian Wheeler, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2022 The skirt featured a cobalt blue gradient toward the hem, adding an electric visual to the outfit.

Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	gradient
释义	gradient noun gra·di·ent ˈgrā-dē-ənt 1 a : the rate of regular or graded (see grade entry 2 sense transitive 2) ascent or descent : inclination b : a part sloping upward or downward 2 : change in the value of a quantity (such as temperature, pressure, or concentration) with change in a given variable and especially per unit distance in a specified direction 3 : the vector sum of the partial derivatives with respect to the three coordinate variables x, y, and z of a scalar quantity whose value varies from point to point 4 : a graded difference in physiological activity along an axis (as of the body or an embryonic field) Did you know? Any slope can be called a gradient. In the interstate highway system, the maximum gradient is 6 percent; in other words, the highway may never ascend more than 6 vertical feet over a distance of 100 feet. Any rate of change that's shown on a graph may have a sloped gradient. Suppose the graph's horizontal axis shows the passage of time and its vertical axis shows some activity; if the activity is happening very fast, then the gradient of the line on the graph will be steep, but if it's slow the gradient will be gentle, or gradual. Synonyms cant diagonal grade inclination incline lean pitch rake slant slope upgrade See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences the path goes up at a pretty steep gradient before leveling off Recent Examples on the Web Arrange the leaves randomly, in a pattern, or in a gradient, then pin them to the canvas for an elegant fall addition to any room. Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2022 To make the color work on fairer complexions, go with a lighter gradient of the shade. Elle Turner, Glamour, 29 Aug. 2022 In just a few minutes' time, travelers climb to 396 meters (1,300 feet) above sea level, with a maximum gradient of 25.7 degrees. Lilit Marcus, CNN, 26 Aug. 2022 For now, the birch wood, representing serenity and the strata of rock, contrasted with a soft gradient of blue resin, is his signature, gently blurring the boundaries between furniture and art. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2022 This season, that takes form with a gradient of pinks and princess blues that often coordinate with her wardrobe and hair. Martine Thompson, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 July 2022 In the guidelines, steep hillsides have a gradient of at least 25% and a vertical elevation of at least 50 feet. Brett Milligan, The Conversation, 13 July 2022 First up is Jodie Turner-Smith, who provided a knockout arrival, strutting through the airport in a flowy two-piece suit that featured a yellow-to-pink gradient. André-naquian Wheeler, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2022 The skirt featured a cobalt blue gradient toward the hem, adding an electric visual to the outfit. Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Latin gradient-, gradiens, present participle of gradi First Known Use 1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Medical Definition gradient noun gra·di·ent ˈgrād-ē-ənt 1 : change in the value of a quantity (as temperature, pressure, or concentration) with change in a given variable and especially per unit on a linear scale 2 : a graded difference in physiological activity along an axis (as of the body or an embryonic field) 3 usually gradient of effect : change in response with distance from the stimulus gradient noun 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 Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance slope incline inclination diagonal pitch lean ascent climb slant grade rake bank upgrade cant rise Antonyms & Near Antonyms descent decline dip declivity fall declension hanging downgrade receding declination hang See More
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