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Synonyms & Similar Words
weight
heaviness
mass
density
attraction
pull
force
pressure
intensity
strength
power
momentum
energy
velocity
acceleration
downward pull
attractiveness
charm
allure
magnetism
draw
traction
grip
clasp
clutch
grasp
hold
traction
adhesion
cohesion
stickiness
viscosity
massiveness
ponderosity
bulkiness
heaviness
robustness
sturdiness
solidity
firmness
stability
steadiness
Meaning of Gravity
The primary meaning of the word "Gravity" is a natural phenomenon that gives weight to objects with mass and causes them to attract each other.
Definitions
- The natural force that causes objects with mass to attract each other
- * A quality that gives an object weight or heaviness
- * A serious or solemn quality in someone's manner or attitude
Etymology of Gravity
The word "Gravity" comes from the Old French word "gravite", which is derived from the Latin word "gravitas", meaning weight or heaviness
The Latin word "gravitas" is also related to the verb "gravis", meaning heavy or weighty
The concept of gravity has been studied and described by various philosophers and scientists throughout history, including Aristotle, Galileo, and Newton
Example Uses
- The gravity of the situation made it clear that immediate action was necessary
- * The gravity of the Earth pulls objects towards its center
- * The astronaut experienced weightlessness in space due to the lack of gravity
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
weightlessness
buoyancy
lightness
airiness
levity
frivolity
triviality
inconsequentiality
insignificance
unimportance
irrelevance
trivialness
flippancy
carefreeness
buoyance
floatability
lift
upthrust
repulsion
repulsiveness
aversion
distaste
dislike
antipathy