linear
gb/lˈɪniɚ/ us/lˈɪniɚ/
B1
英语
~ 3400
义项
0 个义项
adjective
B1
property
1
In a straight line
Going in or shaped like a straight line.
用法模式：
[something] is linear
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse 'linear' with 'line' and use it as a noun instead of an adjective.
近义词
straight (More general; not limited to mathematical or geometric contexts.)
反义词
curved (Describes something bent or rounded rather than straight.)
搭配
linear path
|linear design
|linear pattern
|linear layout
|linear movement
主题
geometry
|design
|mathematics
|space
|core_vocabulary
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
用法模式：
[something] is linear
常见错误：
Learners may confuse 'linear' with 'lineal', which refers to family lineage.
近义词
proportional (Mathematical term implying direct proportionality, which may be a subset of linear change.)
反义词
exponential (Describes change that increases more and more rapidly, not at a constant rate.)
搭配
linear growth
|linear function
|linear relationship
|linear equation
主题
mathematics
|science
|statistics
|education
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
常见错误：
Learners may confuse 'linear' in this sense with its everyday meaning of 'straight'. In math, it has a more specific definition.
近义词
first-degree (Specifically refers to the degree of an equation; less common outside mathematics.)
反义词
quadratic (Refers to equations of the second degree, unlike linear equations.)
搭配
linear equation
|linear algebra
|linear transformation
主题
mathematics
|science
|education
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
近义词
sequential (More general term for ordered steps; not necessarily unbranched like 'linear'.)
反义词
nonlinear (Describes processes or narratives that do not follow one direct sequence.)
搭配
linear process
|linear storytelling
主题
processes
|planning
|technology
|education
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- This story is linear from start to end.
- We follow a linear plan at work.
- The game has a linear path to finish.
语法
词典原形
linear
IPA
GB/lˈɪniɚ/
US/lˈɪniɚ/
音节与重音
lin - ear （2 个音节）
Stress on 1st syllable (lin)
词形变化
Adjective
- Base: linear
词族
相关表达
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.
例句
- 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.
例句
- 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.
例句
- Scientists found a linear relationship between hours studied and test scores.
- The chart shows a clear linear relationship between weight and height.