B1 adjective Formal #607 mais comum

antiformous

/ˌæntiˈfɔːrməs/

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

Exemplos

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1

The rolling hills displayed a naturally antiformous shape against the horizon.

The rolling hills displayed a naturally antiformous shape against the horizon.

2

The architect proposed an antiformous roof design to improve the building's structural integrity.

The architect proposed an antiformous roof design to improve the building's structural integrity.

3

Look at how that piece of metal is antiformous; it looks like a rainbow.

Look at how that piece of metal is antiformous; it looks like a rainbow.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
antiform
Advérbio
antiformously
Adjetivo
antiformous
Relacionado
antiformity
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Dica de memorização

Look at the capital letter 'A'. It looks like an arch or an antiformous shape because it points upwards.

Quiz rápido

The geologist identified an ________ fold in the rock, noting its distinct upward-curving arch.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: antiformous

Exemplos

1

The rolling hills displayed a naturally antiformous shape against the horizon.

everyday

The rolling hills displayed a naturally antiformous shape against the horizon.

2

The architect proposed an antiformous roof design to improve the building's structural integrity.

formal

The architect proposed an antiformous roof design to improve the building's structural integrity.

3

Look at how that piece of metal is antiformous; it looks like a rainbow.

informal

Look at how that piece of metal is antiformous; it looks like a rainbow.

4

In this geological layer, the antiformous folding indicates significant tectonic pressure from the sides.

academic

In this geological layer, the antiformous folding indicates significant tectonic pressure from the sides.

5

The project requirements specify an antiformous support beam for the new warehouse.

business

The project requirements specify an antiformous support beam for the new warehouse.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
antiform
Advérbio
antiformously
Adjetivo
antiformous
Relacionado
antiformity

Colocações comuns

antiformous fold antiformous fold
antiformous structure antiformous structure
antiformous shape antiformous shape
antiformous rock layer antiformous rock layer
antiformous curvature antiformous curvature

Frases Comuns

antiformous orientation

antiformous orientation

antiformous bend

antiformous bend

antiformous appearance

antiformous appearance

Frequentemente confundido com

antiformous vs anticline

An anticline is a fold with the oldest rocks at its core, while antiformous simply describes the upward-arching shape regardless of rock age.

antiformous vs uniform

Uniform means remaining the same in all cases, whereas antiformous refers to a specific physical shape.

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Notas de uso

This is a technical term primarily used in Earth sciences and structural engineering. Use it when you need to be precise about an upward-curving physical form.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use 'convex' instead because it is more common, which is acceptable, but 'antiformous' is more specific in scientific contexts.

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Dica de memorização

Look at the capital letter 'A'. It looks like an arch or an antiformous shape because it points upwards.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Greek 'anti' (against/opposite) and the Latin 'form' (shape), describing a shape that bends away from the center.

Padrões gramaticais

Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun. Does not usually have a comparative or superlative form.

Quiz rápido

The geologist identified an ________ fold in the rock, noting its distinct upward-curving arch.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: antiformous

Palavras relacionadas

ready

A2

To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.

simple

A2

Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.

physical

A2

Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.

general

A2

Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.

environmental

A2

Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.

medical

A2

Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.

traditional

A2

Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.

private

A2

Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.

difficult

A2

Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.

religious

A2

Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.

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