noun, plural de·cliv·i·ties. a downward slope, as of ground (opposed to acclivity).
What declivity means?
1 : downward inclination. 2 : a descending slope.
How do you use declivity in a sentence?
Declivity in a Sentence ?
- Grandma has a hard time walking from her house to the lake due to her street's slight declivity.
- There is a sudden declivity immediately after that left turn, making that segment of roadway deadly.