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GRAVITATION

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Gravitation.

How to pronounce gravitation:

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Gravitation - as a noun

(physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface

Example: "The more remote the body the less the gravity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gravitational attractiongravitational forcegravity14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
attraction12attractive force
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Movement downward resulting from gravitational attraction

Example: "Irrigation by gravitation rather than by pumps"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change of locationtravel9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
levitation13

A figurative movement toward some attraction

Example: "The gravitation of the middle class to the suburbs"

Example Sentences

"The force of gravitation pulls objects toward the center of the Earth."
"The theory of gravitation was proposed by Isaac Newton."
"Scientists study the effects of gravitation on celestial bodies."
"The law of gravitation describes the attraction between two objects with mass."
"Gravity is a manifestation of the principle of gravitation."
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Word Game Points

Is GRAVITATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gravitation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GRAVITATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is GRAVITATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gravitation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GRAVITATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is GRAVITATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gravitation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GRAVITATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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