convexity

• Nom désignant la propriété d'être convexe, ou une forme qui se courbe ou se bombe vers l'extérieur.

A noun referring to the property of being convex, or a shape that curves or bulges outward.

1. Property of a convex shapeC1formal

   The quality or state of being curved outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle.

   convexité

   • The convexity of the lens helps focus light.
   • Mathematicians study the convexity of various geometric figures.
   • The mirror's convexity allows for a wider field of view.

   Synonymesbulgeconvexnesscurvatureprominenceprotuberanceroundness

   Antonymesconcavity

2. Outward curve or bulgeC1formal

   A part or surface that curves outward, forming a bulge.

   Renflement, convexité

   • The convexity of the hill made it visible from afar.
   • The sculpture features a smooth convexity on its front side.
   • The convexity of the dome is a key architectural feature.

   Synonymesbulgebumpcamberprojectionprotuberanceswelling

   Antonymesconcavitydepressionhollowindentation