Engelsk

linear

gb/lˈɪniɚ/ us/lˈɪniɚ/
B1 Engelsk
~ 3400
Betydninger
0 betydninger
adjective B1 property
1

In a straight line

Going in or shaped like a straight line.

Bruksmønster: [something] is linear
Vanlig feil:
Learners sometimes confuse 'linear' with 'line' and use it as a noun instead of an adjective.
Synonymer
straight (More general; not limited to mathematical or geometric contexts.)
Antonymer
curved (Describes something bent or rounded rather than straight.)
Ordkombinasjoner
linear path |linear design |linear pattern |linear layout |linear movement
Temaer
geometry |design |mathematics |space |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • The road follows a linear route across the plain.
  • The artist preferred linear patterns in her work.
  • Growth in this model is linear rather than exponential.
  • The bridge was built with a simple linear structure.
  • The data points fell along a linear trend.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
  • The street is linear and easy to follow.
  • This is a linear shape.
  • The lines on the paper are linear.
  • A train moves on a linear track.
  • The table has a linear edge.
adjective technical B2 property
2

Changing at a constant rate

Changing at the same speed or amount over time.

Bruksmønster: [something] is linear
Vanlig feil:
Learners may confuse 'linear' with 'lineal', which refers to family lineage.
Synonymer
proportional (Mathematical term implying direct proportionality, which may be a subset of linear change.)
Antonymer
exponential (Describes change that increases more and more rapidly, not at a constant rate.)
Ordkombinasjoner
linear growth |linear function |linear relationship |linear equation
Temaer
mathematics |science |statistics |education
Eksempler
  • The experiment showed a linear increase in temperature over time.
  • This formula represents a linear function.
  • We observed a linear relationship between speed and distance.
  • The cost has risen in a linear fashion for the past decade.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
  • The price went up in a linear way.
  • A linear graph shows a straight line.
  • This is a linear equation.
  • The growth of the tree is linear.
adjective technical B2 property
3

First-degree algebraic form

In math, using only numbers and letters without powers higher than one.

Vanlig feil:
Learners may confuse 'linear' in this sense with its everyday meaning of 'straight'. In math, it has a more specific definition.
Synonymer
first-degree (Specifically refers to the degree of an equation; less common outside mathematics.)
Antonymer
quadratic (Refers to equations of the second degree, unlike linear equations.)
Ordkombinasjoner
linear equation |linear algebra |linear transformation
Temaer
mathematics |science |education
Eksempler
  • A simple example of a linear equation is y = 2x + 3.
  • Linear algebra is essential for computer graphics.
  • The system can be solved using methods for linear equations.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
  • y = 2x + 3 is a linear equation.
  • We study linear algebra in school.
  • Linear equations make a straight line on the graph.
adjective B2 property
4

Happening step-by-step without branches

Happening in order, one step after another, without changes or breaks.

Synonymer
sequential (More general term for ordered steps; not necessarily unbranched like 'linear'.)
Antonymer
nonlinear (Describes processes or narratives that do not follow one direct sequence.)
Ordkombinasjoner
linear process |linear storytelling
Temaer
processes |planning |technology |education
Eksempler
  • The training program follows a linear process from basics to advanced skills.
  • Traditional novels often have a linear storyline.
  • Project development was carried out in a linear manner.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
  • This story is linear from start to end.
  • We follow a linear plan at work.
  • The game has a linear path to finish.
Grammatikk
Oppslagsform
linear
IPA
GB/lˈɪniɚ/
US/lˈɪniɚ/
Stavelser og trykk
lin - ear (2 stavelser)
Stress on 1st syllable (lin)
Bøyingsformer
Adjective
  • Base: linear
Ordfamilie
Core family
line noun A1 linearly adverb C1
Related words
linearity noun
Negative and opposite forms
nonlinear adjective C1 nonlinearly adverb nonlinearity noun
Advanced or less common
linearize verb linearization noun
Uttrykk

linear equation

1
/lˈɪniɚ ɪkwˈeɪʒən/
fixed phrase technical

Equation with first-degree variables only

A math rule showing that numbers and letters are connected, with no powers higher than one.

Eksempler
  • In algebra class we learned how to solve a linear equation.
  • A graph of a linear equation is always a straight line.

linear path

1
/lˈɪniɚ pˈæθ/
fixed phrase

A straight route without turns

A way that goes straight without turning.

Eksempler
  • The hikers took a linear path to the summit.
  • His career followed a linear path from intern to CEO.

linear relationship

1
/lˈɪniɚ ɹilˈeɪʃənʃˌɪp/
fixed phrase technical

Proportional change between two variables

When one thing changes and another changes by the same amount each time.

Eksempler
  • Scientists found a linear relationship between hours studied and test scores.
  • The chart shows a clear linear relationship between weight and height.

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