Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Gradient.
How to pronounce gradient:
US
Gradient - as a noun
A graded change in the magnitude of some physical quantity or dimension
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal
Example: "A five-degree gradient"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
position10spatial relationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Gradient - as an adjective
Moving by steps; walking.
Example: "Gradient automata"
Rising or descending by regular degrees of inclination.
Example: "The gradient line of a railroad"
Adapted for walking, as the feet of certain birds.
Example Sentences
"The gradient of the hill was too steep for the hikers to climb."
"She used a ruler to measure the gradient of the line."
"The painter used a variety of colors to create a beautiful gradient."
"The gradient of the temperature change was quite significant over a short distance."
"He studied the gradient of the river to understand its flow patterns."
Word Game Points
Is GRADIENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gradient is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GRADIENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is GRADIENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gradient is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGRADIENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is GRADIENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gradient is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGRADIENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
