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
Geometric : 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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Two more upstairs bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, share a bathroom featuring geometric concrete tile floors and a marble shower and tub. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 26 May 2026 Paula Abdul embraced futuristic couture in a sculptural white gown adorned with geometric beading, sheer paneling and flowing tulle accents. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026 The gold detailing ties in perfectly with the rest of the apartment’s accents, while the geometric shape adds something a little more unique than a standard round mirror. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026 Type Jewelry creates fine jewelry with architectural precision and fashion-forward sensibility inspired by Mid-Century Modern design and bold geometric repetition. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026 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

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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