What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
homothetic
Example
The homothetic transformation of a circle is another circle. [homothetic: adjective]
Example
The function f(x,y) = (2x,2y) is homothetic with a scale factor of 2. [homothetic: adjective]
conformal
Example
A conformal map preserves the angles between intersecting curves. [conformal: adjective]
Example
The complex function f(z) = z^2 is conformal. [conformal: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Conformal is more commonly used than homothetic in everyday language, especially in the context of cartography and physics.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between homothetic and conformal?
Both homothetic and conformal are technical terms used in mathematics and geometry, making them more formal in tone and context.
