gradient

• Substantiv, das die Änderungsrate oder Neigung angibt; häufig in Mathematik, Physik und Design verwendet, um eine allmähliche Zu- oder Abnahme einer Größe oder einen sanften Übergang zwischen Farben zu beschreiben.

A noun referring to a rate of change or slope, often used in mathematics, physics, and design to describe a gradual increase or decrease in a variable or a smooth transition between colors.

1. Slope or inclineB2formal

   A measure of how steep a slope is, often expressed as a ratio or percentage.

   Steigung

   • The road has a steep gradient of 15%.
   • Hikers must be careful on gradients over 30 degrees.
   • The gradient of the hill made cycling difficult.

   Synonymegradeinclinepitchrakeslantslopesteepnesstilt

2. Rate of changeC1formal

   In mathematics and physics, the rate at which a quantity changes over distance or time.

   Gradient

   • The gradient of the temperature curve shows rapid cooling.
   • In calculus, the gradient of a function indicates its steepest ascent.
   • The pressure gradient drives the flow of air in the atmosphere.

   Synonymegradeinclinepitchrateslopesteepness