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symmetry

/ˈsɪm.ɪ.tɹi/noun3 syllables

Symmetry means: (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane.

Synonyms for symmetry5

noun, as in (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane

symmetricalness, correspondence, balance

noun, as in balance among the parts of something

proportion

noun, as in (physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions

isotropy

Opposites of symmetry

asymmetry

What does symmetry mean?3

noun

1

(mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane

2

balance among the parts of something

3

(physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Symmetry in a sentence

  • Cephalopods are marine animals characterised by tentacles and bilateral body symmetry.Vanilla
  • By architectural symmetry, Emmet means geometric symmetry combined with aesthetic uniformity.unknown
  • The symmetry of Caifeng's facial features is harmonious and contributes to her striking beauty.Amastan
  • Anna's combination of European and Asian features creates an enchanting symmetry that immediately captures attention.Amastan

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Forms of symmetry

as a noun

plural
symmetries