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Definition of Gravity
1. Noun. (physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface. "Gravitation cannot be held responsible for people falling in love"
Category relationships: Natural Philosophy, Physics
Generic synonyms: Attraction, Attractive Force
Specialized synonyms: Solar Gravity
Derivative terms: Gravitate, Gravitational, Gravitate
2. Noun. A manner that is serious and solemn.
Generic synonyms: Earnestness, Serious-mindedness, Seriousness, Sincerity
Specialized synonyms: Stodginess, Stuffiness
Derivative terms: Grave, Grave, Grave, Grave, Sober, Sober, Somber, Sombre
3. Noun. A solemn and dignified feeling.
Generic synonyms: Feeling
Specialized synonyms: Earnestness, Seriousness, Sincerity
Antonyms: Levity
Derivative terms: Solemn, Solemn
Definition of Gravity
1. n. The state of having weight; beaviness; as, the gravity of lead.
Definition of Gravity
1. Noun. Resultant force on Earth's surface, of the attraction by the Earth's masses, and the centrifugal pseudo-force caused by the Earth's rotation. ¹
2. Noun. Gravitation, universal force exercised by two bodies onto each other
(In casual discussion, gravity and gravitation are often used interchangeably). ¹
3. Noun. The state or condition of having weight; weight; heaviness. ¹
4. Noun. Specific gravity. ¹
5. Noun. The state or condition of being grave (graveness). ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Gravity
1. the force of attraction toward the earth's center [n -TIES]
Medical Definition of Gravity
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Origin: L. Gravitas, fr. Gravis heavy; cf. F. Gravite. See Grave, Grief.
1. The state of having weight; beaviness; as, the gravity of lead.
2. Sobriety of character or demeanor. "Men of gravity and learning."< p. 648 needs proofing ##proof - especially italicized words (aso in etymologies) are not properly marked
3. Importance, significance, dignity, etc; hence, seriousness; enormity; as, the gravity of an offense. "They derive an importance from . . . The gravity of the place where they were uttered." (Burke)
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