Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slope
noun
/sloʊp/
Definition
A slope is a surface or a line that inclines or rises at an angle.
Examples
- The slope of the hill made it difficult to climb.
- In the graph, the slope indicates how steep the line is.
- He used a ramp to manage the slope of the driveway.
Meaning
In mathematics and geography, slope refers to the steepness or degree of incline of a surface.
Synonyms
- Incline
- Gradient
- Pitch
- Slope
