English / word
convex
adjective C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
Curved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere.
In context
01
Security mirrors use a convex surface to provide a wider field of view.
02
The lens has a convex shape to focus light.
Synonyms
curved,curved outward,bulging
Antonyms
concave,hollow,sunken
Collocations
convex lens,convex mirror,convex surface