gradient

• Nom désignant le taux de variation ou la pente, souvent utilisé en mathématiques, en physique et en design pour décrire une augmentation ou une diminution progressive d'une variable ou une transition douce entre des couleurs.

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.

   Pente ou inclinaison

   • 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.

   Synonymesgradeinclinepitchrakeslantslopesteepnesstilt

2. Rate of changeC1formal

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

   Gradient (taux de variation)

   • 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.

   Synonymesgradeinclinepitchrateslopesteepness