DECLIVITY Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

declivity

noun

di-ˈkli-və-tē

Definition of declivity

as in downhill

a downward slope the cabin is precariously perched on a declivity of the mountain's northern face

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Recent Examples of declivity Even after weeks of drying winds, the crackly leaves worked themselves into every corner and declivity. — Annie Proulx, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2025

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Noun

Allen is a solid downhill, change-of-pace runner who can be used in short-yardage situations.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 31 Aug. 2026
The Picklejus aims for the complete package in mountain running, tackling not just distances greater than 100 miles but also the dramatic uphills and downhills that may come along the way.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of downhill

Noun

The first prince of Norwegian descent born in 567 years, his birth held special significance for the young Norwegian monarchy.

— Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026
Federal prosecutors have charged about 80 people in the broader case, the vast majority of whom are of Somali descent.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of descent

Noun

Strong corporate earnings, waves of enthusiasm about artificial intelligence and a buy-the-dip mentality led by retail investors contributed to the market’s resilience.

— John Towfighi, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Outside, the spacious balcony and its plush sofa were an open invite for a sunrise coffee, and the trail of wooden steps to the water meant pre-dinner dips in the sea were part of the daily routine.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of dip

Noun

That rapid decline makes the question of how coach Dan Campbell and the team rebound one of the most interesting in the entire league.

— NBC Sports, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2026
The local enrollment declines are mostly concentrated in local districts’ elementary schools.

— Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026

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