Linear meaning

What does “linear” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“linear” is an adjective with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree.

linear

designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree
Synonymsadditive
Oppositesnonlinear
of or in or along or relating to a line; involving or having a single dimension
“a linear measurement”
Synonymsone-dimensional
Oppositesplanar cubic
of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input
“analogue device”
“linear amplifier”
Synonymsanalogue analog
(of a leaf shape) long and narrow
Synonymselongate
measured lengthwise
“cost of lumber per running foot”
Synonymsrunning

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University