linear
Translation
linear, straight, sequential
Examples
The graph shows a linear relationship.
The graph shows a linear relationship.
The story follows a linear narrative.
The story follows a linear narrative.
The room had a simple, linear design.
The room had a simple, linear design.
Grammar Patterns
a linear ((noun)) a (noun) that is straight or sequential The book has a linear plot.
((sth.)) is linear (sth.) progresses in a simple, direct way The process is not always linear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: straight, direct, sequential; Antonyms: non-linear, cyclical
Etymology
From Latin 'linearis', from 'linea' (line). Literally 'relating to a line'.
Memory Tips
It has the word 'line' in it. Think of something that progresses in a straight 'line' from A to B to C.