sphericity
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /sˈfɪrɪsɪti/
KK: /sferˈɪsɪti/
noun
Definition
The quality or state of being shaped like a sphere.
Example
The sphericity of the planet affects its gravitational pull.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about the sphericity of different planets?
That's an interesting point! I guess they all have different shapes.
Right? It's amazing how some are almost perfect spheres while others are more irregular.
Totally! I read that sphericity affects their atmospheres too.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
roundness
sphericity
globosity
Antonyms
flatness
irregularity
asymmetry
Root Explanation
Sphericity → It is formed from "spher" (from Greek "sphaira", meaning globe or ball) and "-icity" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or condition). The word "sphericity" refers to the quality or condition of being spherical or globe-like.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'sphere' which means globe, and the suffix '-icity' indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'sphericity' refers to the state of being globe-like.
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