Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trajectory
noun
/trəˈdʒɛk.tə.ri/
Definition
The path that a moving object follows through space as a function of time.
Examples
- The missile’s trajectory was calculated to ensure it hit the target.
- The athlete’s career trajectory shows impressive growth over the years.
- When you throw a ball, its trajectory is a parabola.
Meaning
Trajectory refers to the course or path that an object takes as it travels through the air or through space, often influenced by forces such as gravity and thrust.
Synonyms
- Path
- Course
- Route
- Orbit
- Arc
