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    Gravit (en. Gravit)

    /ɡʁavit/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To attract or exert an attractive force on something.
    The Earth gravitates objects towards its center.
    La Terre gravit les objets vers son centre.
    In a figurative context, relating to something important or serious.
    This question gravitates around environmental issues.
    Cette question gravit autour des enjeux environnementaux.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'gravitas', meaning 'heaviness' or 'seriousness'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gravitational pull
    The attraction exerted by a celestial body.
    gravitational pull
    gravitational force
    The attractive force that exists between two masses.
    gravitational force

    Related Words

    gravity
    Natural force that attracts bodies toward the center of the earth.
    gravité
    serious
    Serious, weighty.
    grave

    Slang Meanings

    Being drawn to a situation or a person.
    He gravitates towards his friends in the evening.
    Il gravit vers ses amis en soirée.
    Being concerned about something.
    She is so gravitated by her exams.
    Elle gravit tellement avec ses examens.