Gravitation
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌɡɹævɪˈteɪ̯ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gravitation is a noun meaning (physics) The fundamental force of attraction which exists between all matter in the universe that tends to draw bodies towards each other, due to matter causing the curvature of spacetime. It is the weakest of the four fundamental interactions, and possesses a gauge boson known as the graviton.
Meaning
(physics) The fundamental force of attraction which exists between all matter in the universe that tends to draw bodies towards each other, due to matter causing the curvature of spacetime. It is the weakest of the four fundamental interactions, and possesses a gauge boson known as the graviton.
Word Forms
- gravitations
Synonyms for gravitation
Depending on context, synonyms include gravity.
Antonyms for gravitation
Common opposites include levitation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gravity, graviton, weight, gravitino, supergraviton, electromagnetism.
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