relativity (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌrɛləˈtɪvəti/
Definition
The state of being related or compared to something else; the idea that concepts like truth, beauty, and morality are not absolute but depend on the context or perspective.
Examples
The relativity of time is a key concept in Einstein's theories.
We must consider the relativity of the situation before making a judgment.
She argued for the relativity of moral values in different cultures.
How to Use relativity
- relativity of X (prepositional phrase)
- The state of something (X) being dependent on context or comparison. — "The relativity of beauty is often discussed in art."
- theory of relativity (collocation)
- A specific scientific framework, most famously Albert Einstein's. — "The theory of relativity has had a profound impact on our understanding of the universe."
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