convex
UK: ˈkɒn.veks | US: ˈkɑːn.veks
adj. curved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle (opposite of concave)
convex = con<together> + vex<to bend>
- con<together>: From Latin cum, meaning "with" or "together."
- vex<to bend>: From Latin vexare (to shake, agitate) and vexus (arched, bent), related to the idea of curvature.
Etymology Origin:
The word "convex" originates from Latin convexus, combining con- (together) and vexus (bent). It originally described a shape bent outward, like the surface of a dome. The term evolved in scientific and mathematical contexts to denote surfaces that curve outward uniformly, contrasting with "concave." The logic lies in the visual unity (con-) of the bending (vex) direction.
The convex lens focuses light rays to a single point.
A convex mirror provides a wider field of view than a flat one.
The artist used convex curves to create a sense of depth in the sculpture.
The Earth’s surface appears convex when viewed from space.
Convex optimization is a key concept in machine learning algorithms.