Noun: Einstein's special theory of relativity
- A physical theory of relativity based on the assumption that the speed of light in a vacuum is a constant and the assumption that the laws of physics are invariant in all inertial systems
"Einstein's special theory of relativity explains why time moves slower for objects moving at very high speeds";
- special relativity, special theory of relativity
Type of: Einstein's theory of relativity, relativity, relativity theory, theory of relativity