Descent and Gradient

Descent noun - The act or process of going to a lower level or altitude.

Gradient is a synonym for descent in nature topic. In some cases you can use "Gradient" instead the word "Descent" as a noun or a verb, when it comes to topics like slope, lowering, hillside.

Nearby Words: descend, descendant, descending, descender

Gradient noun - The degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon.

Descent is a synonym for gradient in nature topic. You can use "Descent" instead the word "Gradient" as a noun or a verb, if it concerns topics such as drop, slope, hillside.