The Opposite(Antonym) of “curve”
The antonyms of curve are straight line and angle. The antonyms straight line and angle describe geometric shapes that are different from a curve.
Explore all Antonyms of “curve”
- angle
- straight line
Definitions and Examples of straight line, angle
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Example
The shortest way to get from point A to point B is a straight line.
A figure formed by two rays or lines that meet at a common endpoint.
Example
The carpenter used a protractor to measure the angle of the corner.
Key Differences: straight line vs angle
- 1Straight line is a line that does not bend or curve, while curve is a line that changes direction gradually.
- 2Angle is a figure formed by two rays or lines that meet at a common endpoint, while curve is a line that has no straight segments.
Effective Usage of straight line, angle
- 1Geometry: Use straight line and angle to describe geometric shapes.
- 2Mathematics: Use curve as a term in calculus and geometry.
- 3Art: Use curve to describe the shape of objects in art and design.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of curve are straight line and angle. Use straight line to describe a line that does not bend or curve, and angle to describe a figure formed by two rays or lines that meet at a common endpoint. Use curve to describe a line that changes direction gradually, and in mathematics and art contexts.
