Theory Of Relativity (Noun)
Meaning
(physics) the theory that space and time are relative concepts rather than absolute concepts.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The theory of relativity, developed by Albert Einstein, revolutionized our understanding of space and time in the early 20th century.
- Einstein's theory of relativity challenged the long-held notion of absolute time and space, instead proposing that they are relative to the observer.
- The theory of relativity has been extensively tested and confirmed through numerous experiments and observations in the field of physics.
- According to the theory of relativity, the laws of physics are the same for all observers in uniform motion relative to one another.
- The theory of relativity has far-reaching implications for our understanding of gravity, black holes, and the behavior of objects at high speeds.