linearly

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   in a linear manner

   linearly polarized radiation

2. 2
   adv

   In the manner of a linear function.

   The effect related linearly to the amount of causative agent added.

3. 3
   adv

   In a linear manner.

4. 4
   adv

   In a straight line.

5. 5
   adv

   Sequentially in time; chronologically.

6. 6
   adv

   Forward or backward, as opposed to laterally or diagonally.

Etymology

From linear + -ly.