Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
relativity
noun
/ˌrɛləˈtɪvɪti/
Definition
The concept that the laws of physics are the same for all observers, regardless of their relative motion.
Examples
- Einstein’s theory of relativity changed the way we understand time and space.
- In physics, the concept of relativity helps explain how objects behave when they move at high speeds.
- Many aspects of the universe can be better understood through the lens of relativity.
Meaning
Relativity refers to the idea that measurements of various physical quantities are relative to the velocities of the observers.
Synonyms
- Relationship
- Comparative nature
- Context
