parabolically
/ˌpɛrəˈbɑlɪkli/
adverb
- In a way that follows the shape or path of a parabola (a U-shaped curve).
- The ball moved parabolically after being thrown at an angle.
- The satellite dish was designed to reflect signals parabolically toward the receiver.
- The water from the fountain shot parabolically into the air before splashing down.
- In a way that is like a parable; using a story or comparison to teach a lesson.
- Many ancient texts communicate parabolically rather than directly.
- The teacher spoke parabolically, using a simple story about a farmer to explain honesty.
- He answered the question parabolically, leaving the audience to figure out the meaning.
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