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convex Synonyms

Another word for convex

Choosing another word for convex depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having an outline or surface that curves or bulges outward, resembling the exterior of a sphere or circle.

Usage Example

"The security camera was mounted behind a bulging dome of tinted glass to give it a wider field of view."

Strong
bulging
domed
rounded
gibbous
protuberant
cambered
Weak
arched
curved

• noun (Context 2)

A surface or part that curves outward, such as a lens or an architectural feature.

Usage Example

"The architect incorporated alternating convexes and concaves into the wall's design to create a dynamic, wavy texture."

Strongest
convexity
Strong
bulge
swell
protuberance
Weak
camber

Opposites of convex

The opposite of convex shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

concave
nonconvex
concavity
sunken
reentrant
hollow
depression
recessed
See all opposites of convex

• Nearby Words

converter
convertibility
convertible
convex
convey
conveyance
conveyor

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Convex. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/convex
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