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linearly

/ˈlɪn.i.ɚ.li/
lin · e · ar · ly
Adjective:linear
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• adverb

1

By way of a constant, direct proportion between two or more variables (in mathematics and science).

Example

"Within the elastic limit, the extension of the spring increases linearly with the applied force."

2

In a straight line or along a single dimension.

Example

"The sensors were arranged linearly along the length of the track."

3

In a sequential, step-by-step manner that progresses from one stage to the next.

Example

"Unlike hypertext, a traditional novel is meant to be read linearly from beginning to end."

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• Rhymes for linearly

• Nearby Words

lineally
linear
linearity
linearly
linebacker
linebacking
lined snake

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'linear' (from Latin 'linearis', meaning 'belonging to a line') combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Linearly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/linearly
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