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Meaning of Gravity-Defying
Going against the force of gravity, or seeming to do so.
Definitions
- Refers to something or someone that appears to defy or go against the force of gravity.
- * Can describe an object, action, or event that seems to float, hover, or move in a way that is not possible according to the laws of gravity.
Etymology of Gravity-Defying
The word "gravity-defying" is a compound adjective formed from the words "gravity" and "defying".
"Gravity" comes from the Latin word "gravitas", meaning weight or heaviness, which is derived from "gravis", meaning heavy or serious.
"Defying" comes from the Latin word "defendere", meaning to resist or withstand, which is a combination of "de" (against) and "fendere" (to strike).
Example Uses
- The trapeze artist performed a gravity-defying stunt, swinging high above the crowd.
- * The new skyscraper's design is gravity-defying, with its sleek, curved architecture seeming to float above the city.
- * The magician's gravity-defying illusion left the audience amazed and bewildered.
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