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gravities

[/ˈɡrævɪtiz/]
noun
gravidades
1. The plural of gravity; multiple instances or types of gravitational force or seriousness
The different gravities on various planets affect how objects fall.
As diferentes gravidades em vários planetas afetam como os objetos caem.
2. Multiple instances of seriousness or importance of a situation or matter
We must consider the gravities of each offense separately.
Devemos considerar as gravidades de cada ofensa separadamente.
3. In physics, the plural form referring to gravitational field strengths in different locations
The gravities measured at different altitudes vary significantly.
As gravidades medidas em diferentes altitudes variam significativamente.
Synonyms
seriousnessseverityimportancesolemnity
Antonyms
levitylightnesstrivialityinsignificance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gravidades
Standard term used in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
gravidades
Standard term with identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

center of gravity
the gravity of the situation
specific gravity
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