linear

/lˈɪniɚ/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree
2. of or in or along or relating to a line; involving or having a single dimension
   “a linear measurement”
3. of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input
   “analogue device”
4. (of a leaf shape) long and narrow
5. measured lengthwise
   “cost of lumber per running foot”

Synonyms for linear

• additive
• bilinear
• one-dimensional
• collinear
• lineal
• linelike
• rectilinear
• analogue
• analog
• elongate
• simple
• running
• lengthwise

Antonyms of linear

• nonlinear
• planar
• cubic

Words that rhyme with linear

• minier
• skinnier