Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Curves.
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Curves - as a noun
The trace of a point whose direction of motion changes
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- bell-shaped curve
- gaussian curve
- gaussian shape
- normal curve
- meander
- closed curve
- s-shape
- catenary
- cupid's bow
- undulation
- wave
- extrados
- gooseneck
- intrados
- bend
- crook
- turn
- twist
- crotchet
- hook
- envelope
- arc
- crenation
- crenature
- crenel
- crenelle
- scallop
- spiral
- helix
- spiral
- sinuosity
- sinuousness
- arch
- bell
- bell shape
- campana
- arc
- bow
- crescent
- quadric
- quadric surface
- lemniscate
- line roulette
- roulette
- pedal curve
- indifference curve
- demand curve
- polygonal chain
- conchoid
- brachistochrone
- supply curve
- cosine curve
- cotangent curve
- tangent curve
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
A line on a graph representing data
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A pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
The property possessed by the curving of a line or surface
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Curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.)
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Curves - as a verb
Turn sharply; change direction abruptly
Example: "The car cut to the left at the intersection"
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Extend in curves and turns
Example: "The road winds around the lake"
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Form an arch or curve
Example: "Her back arches"
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Bend or cause to bend
Example: "He crooked his index finger"
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Example Sentences
"She has beautiful curves that accentuate her figure."
"The road ahead has many sharp curves, so drive carefully."
"The artist sketched the graceful curves of the dancer's body."
"The hiker followed the trail as it wound through the curves of the mountain."
"The roller coaster features thrilling twists and curves."
Word Game Points
Is CURVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, curves is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CURVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CURVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, curves is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCURVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CURVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, curves is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCURVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.