Linearly — Definition & Meaning

What does linearly mean?

adverb

In a straight line or in a manner that is directly proportional to something else. Used to describe a relationship or progression that is directly proportional.

Example

"The graph shows how the population grows linearly with the increase in resources."

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Etymologically related

line linear lineal lineament

Synonyms for linearly

directly proportionally straightforwardly uniformly regularly steadily

Antonyms of linearly

exponentially rapidly irregularly

Rhymes with linearly

linearly linear linerly liner