Declivity

Definition:

  • (n.) Deviation from a horizontal line; gradual descent of surface; inclination downward; slope; -- opposed to acclivity, or ascent; the same slope, considered as descending, being a declivity, which, considered as ascending, is an acclivity.
  • (n.) A descending surface; a sloping place.

Compare declivity with other words:

declivity vs. downsteepy

declivity vs. escarpment

declivity vs. proneness

calade vs. declivity

declivity vs. trigger

declivity vs. path

bend vs. declivity

declivity vs. hill

declivity vs. slope

declivity vs. downward

declivity vs. hanger

decline vs. declivity

acclivity vs. declivity