ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Wavelike

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Wavelike is an adjective meaning (physics) Having some properties or characteristics of a wave; used especially of physical particles.

Meaning

(physics) Having some properties or characteristics of a wave; used especially of physical particles.

Example Sentences

In 1923, the Prince de Broglie showed mathematically that particles, in turn, should exhibit wavelike properties, a prediction that led to the development of the field of wave mechanics.

Word Forms

Synonyms for wavelike

Depending on context, synonyms include uneven, wavy, rippled, crinkly, crinkled.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include wavy, crinkled, crinkly, uneven, rippled, undulating.

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