geometric

adjective

geo·​met·​ric ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik How to pronounce geometric (audio)
variants or geometrical
1
a
: of, relating to, or according to the methods or principles of geometry
b
: increasing in a geometric progression
geometric population growth
2
capitalized : of or relating to a style of ancient Greek pottery characterized by geometric decorative motifs (see motif sense 2)
3
a
: using straight or curved lines in designs or outlines
b
: of or relating to art based on simple geometric shapes (such as straight lines, circles, or squares)
geometric abstractions
geometrically adverb

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The marble-and-crystal geometric column adds a touch of contemporary elegance to any space. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 9 July 2025 With geometric structures recurring across the collection, the latest Labirinti creations evokes a labyrinth. India Brown, Robb Report, 8 July 2025 On top of the pocket perk, the prints of this high-waist maxi skirt are gorgeous, with pretty florals, geometric designs, and solid colors. Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 4 July 2025 His whimsical, geometric pieces are widely visible around town, exhibited at Art Academy of Cincinnati, which counted him as a student and then professor; sold in stores and galleries; and incorporated into public art, including two murals created by ArtWorks Cincinnati. Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for geometric

Word History

Etymology

see geometry

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of geometric was in the 14th century

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“Geometric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geometric. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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geometric

adjective
geo·​met·​ric ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik How to pronounce geometric (audio)
variants or geometrical
: of, relating to, or based on the methods or principles of geometry
geometrically adverb

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