uniform
Describes something that is consistent in form, manner, or degree throughout. It implies that all parts of a whole are identical or that a process remains the same over time.
Exemples
3 sur 5The bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.
The bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.
A uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.
A uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.
Try to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.
Try to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.
Synonymes
Antonymes
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Think of the prefix 'Uni-' (meaning one) and the word 'Form' (meaning shape). If everything has 'one shape' or 'one way,' it is uniform.
Quiz rapide
The scientist noted that the liquid had a ______ temperature throughout the entire beaker.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : uniform
Exemples
The bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.
everydayThe bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.
A uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.
formalA uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.
Try to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.
informalTry to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.
The researchers observed a uniform rate of growth across all tested samples.
academicThe researchers observed a uniform rate of growth across all tested samples.
The company aims for a uniform level of service in every international branch.
businessThe company aims for a uniform level of service in every international branch.
Synonymes
Antonymes
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
of uniform thickness
having the same thickness throughout
uniform code of conduct
a set of rules that apply to everyone equally
uniform standard
a consistent level of quality or achievement
Souvent confondu avec
Universal means existing everywhere or for everyone, while uniform means staying the same in form or quality.
The noun refers to a specific set of clothes worn by members of an organization, whereas the adjective describes consistency.
Notes d'usage
The adjective is frequently used in scientific, mathematical, and technical contexts to describe things that do not vary. It is also common in discussions about standards and regulations.
Erreurs courantes
Learners sometimes use 'uniform' when they mean 'constant' in terms of time; while related, uniform specifically emphasizes lack of variation across a surface, group, or system.
Astuce mémo
Think of the prefix 'Uni-' (meaning one) and the word 'Form' (meaning shape). If everything has 'one shape' or 'one way,' it is uniform.
Origine du mot
Derived from the Latin 'uniformis', combining 'unus' (one) and 'forma' (form/shape).
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
In many cultures, uniformity is associated with industrial precision, military discipline, and equality in public education.
Quiz rapide
The scientist noted that the liquid had a ______ temperature throughout the entire beaker.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : uniform
Grammaire lie
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
to
A1Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.
and
A1A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.
a
A1A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.
that
A1This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.
I
A1The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.
for
A1Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.
not
A1A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.
with
A1A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.
he
A1A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.
you
A1Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.
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