linear

adjective
UK: /ˈlɪn.i.ər/
US: /ˈlɪn.i.ɚ/

  1. Arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line.

    1. The path was linear and easy to follow through the woods.
    2. The architect designed a linear park that stretched along the riverfront.

  2. Progressing from one stage to another in a single series of steps; sequential.

    1. The recipe provides a linear set of instructions to follow.
    2. The company adopted a linear approach to project management, ensuring each task was completed before the next began.

  3. (of a relationship or function) Represented by a straight line on a graph; involving a direct proportional relationship.

    1. There is a linear connection between the amount of gas and distance.
    2. The economist predicted a linear increase in consumer spending based on the recent tax cuts.

Synonyms

straight sequential direct continuous

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "linear" in English means: Arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line., Progressing from one stage to another in a single series of steps; sequential., (of a relationship or function) Represented by a straight line on a graph; involving a direct proportional relationship..

The phonetic transcription of "linear" is /ˈlɪn.i.ər/ in British English and /ˈlɪn.i.ɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "linear": straight, sequential, direct, continuous.

Example usage of "linear": "The path was linear and easy to follow through the woods.". More examples on the page.