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 park has a linear design.
The park has a linear design.
Grammar Patterns
linear ((noun)) relating to a line or sequence The project had a linear development.
(sth.) is linear (sth.) follows a straight or sequential path Progress is not always linear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: straight, direct, sequential; Antonyms: non-linear, cyclical
Etymology
From Latin 'linearis', from 'linea' ('line'). It means 'relating to a line'.
Memory Tips
The word 'linear' contains the word 'line'. Anything that is linear can be represented by a straight line.