geodesic Synonyms & Antonyms
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Geodesic as a Noun
The shortest curve between two points on a specific surface.
A segment of a great circle.
A course allowing the parallel-transport of vectors along a course that causes tangent vectors to remain tangent vectors throughout that course (a straight curve, a line that is straight).
The shortest line between two points on a specific surface.
(spherical geometry) A segment of a great circle.
Geodesic as an Adjective
Of or relating to geodesy.
Of or relating to a geodesic dome.
Word Forms & Grammar
geodesic (plural geodesics)
geodesic (comparative more geodesic, superlative most geodesic)
Words That Rhyme With Geodesic
Origin of Geodesic
From French géodésique. By surface analysis, geodesy + -ic.
Geodesic in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌd͡ʒiː.əˈdɛs.ɪk/ |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Meaning | The shortest curve between two points on a specific surface |
| Plural | geodesics |
| Comparative / superlative | more geodesic, most geodesic |
How to Pronounce Geodesic
You say geodesic as /ˌd͡ʒiː.əˈdɛs.ɪk/. It has 4 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (dɛs).
Geodesic: Your Questions Answered
Is geodesic a noun or an adjective?
Geodesic is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the plural of geodesic?
The plural of geodesic is geodesics.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of geodesic?
The comparative form is more geodesic and the superlative form is most geodesic.