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convolution

con·vo·lu·tion
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [kon-vuh-loo-shuh n]
    • /ˌkɒn vəˈlu ʃən/
    • /ˌkɒn.vəˈluː.ʃən/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kon-vuh-loo-shuh n]
    • /ˌkɒn vəˈlu ʃən/

Definitions of convolution word

  • countable noun convolution Convolutions are curves on an object or design that has a lot of curves. 3
  • variable noun convolution You can use convolutions to refer to a situation that is very complicated. 3
  • noun convolution a twisting together; a turn, twist, or coil 3
  • noun convolution an intricate, involved, or confused matter or condition 3
  • noun convolution any of the numerous convex folds or ridges of the surface of the brain 3
  • noun convolution a twisting, coiling, or winding together 3

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Origin of convolution

First appearance:

before 1535
One of the 29% oldest English words
1535-45; < Latin convolūt- (see convolute) + -ion

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Parts of speech for Convolution

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

convolution popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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Synonyms for convolution

noun convolution

  • undulation — an act of undulating; a wavelike motion.
  • complexity — Complexity is the state of having many different parts connected or related to each other in a complicated way.
  • contortion — Contortions are movements of your body or face into unusual shapes or positions.
  • twist — to combine, as two or more strands or threads, by winding together; intertwine.
  • intricacy — intricate character or state.

Antonyms for convolution

noun convolution

  • line — a thickness of glue, as between two veneers in a sheet of plywood.
  • straightness — without a bend, angle, or curve; not curved; direct: a straight path.

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