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Unevenness: meaning, definitions and examples

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unevenness

 

[สŒnหˆiหvnษ™snษ™s ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

inequality

The state or quality of being uneven; lack of uniformity or consistency.

Synonyms

inconsistency, irregularity, variability.

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Word Description / Examples
unevenness

Used to describe a surface or texture that is not smooth or level, often in physical or tangible contexts.

  • The unevenness of the road made the ride quite uncomfortable.
  • The table's unevenness caused the glass to tip over.
irregularity

Describes something that deviates from the norm or a standard pattern. Can be used in both physical and abstract contexts, including in regulations or periods.

  • The irregularity of the stone's shape made it difficult to stack.
  • The accountant discovered an irregularity in the financial statements.
variability

Indicates the degree to which something changes or varies over time. Often used in scientific or statistical contexts.

  • The scientist noted considerable variability in the experimental results.
  • There is a lot of variability in the weather this season.
inconsistency

Refers to a lack of uniformity or harmony in actions, statements, or quality, often in abstract or theoretical contexts.

  • There was inconsistency in his testimony, which made it hard to believe.
  • The inconsistency in her work quality has been noted by her manager.

Examples of usage

  • The unevenness of the road made driving difficult.
  • She was frustrated by the unevenness of the distribution of resources.
  • The unevenness in their performance was evident to all.
  • The unevenness in the color of the paint was disappointing.
  • The unevenness in temperature caused fluctuations in the experiment.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the prefix 'un-', which means 'not', and 'even', meaning smooth or level.
  • It first appeared in English texts in the late 14th century, showing how long people have referred to things that are not flat or equal.

Mathematics

  • In geometry, unevenness often refers to irregular shapes, which can have various applications in design and architecture.
  • Uneven numbers, in math, are those not divisible by two, highlighting a different kind of unevenness.

Psychology

  • Unevenness in emotional responses can lead to feelings of instability, impacting mental health.
  • People may perceive unevenness in relationships differently, seeing it as a potential source of conflict or growth.

Art

  • Artists may use unevenness intentionally to create texture, interest, and depth in their work.
  • Abstract art often showcases unevenness to express emotions or convey messages beyond realistic representations.

Nature

  • The terrain of Earth is rarely even; mountains, valleys, and rivers create a natural unevenness.
  • In ecology, unevenness in population distribution can indicate shifts in species health and environmental balance.

Translations

Translations of the word "unevenness" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น irregularidade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคธเคฎเคพเคจเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ungleichheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ketidakseimbangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตั€ั–ะฒะฝั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nierรณwnoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธๅ‡ไธ€ๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท inรฉgalitรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desigualdad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eลŸitsizlik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถˆ๊ท ํ˜•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุฏู… ุงู„ุชุณุงูˆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nepravidelnost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nerovnosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธๅ‡ๅŒ€ๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nepravilnost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณregluleiki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตาฃัั–ะทะดั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒแƒ—แƒแƒœแƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bษ™rabษ™rsizlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ desigualdad

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,855, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.