learning curve

American  

noun

1. Education. a graphic representation of progress in learning measured against the time required to achieve mastery.

2. the process of learning upon which such a representation is based.

   Her new job has a steep learning curve.

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learning curve British  

noun

1. a graphical representation of progress in learning

   I'm still only half way up the learning curve

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Example Sentences

Hadjar was also on hand for Thursday's splashy big reveal, as was Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies, who said the sweeping regulatory changes and a new engine would make for a steep learning curve.

From Barron's

But when more potholes open up after a soaking, there’s a painful — and at times expensive — learning curve for memorizing all the new locations, Shin said.

From Los Angeles Times

They will either be left behind and shrink, or ramp up the learning curve.

From Barron's

They will either be left behind and shrink, or ramp up the learning curve.

From Barron's

They will either be left behind and shrink, or ramp up the learning curve.

From Barron's