geometric

adjective

geo·met·ric ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik

variants or geometrical

ˌjē-ə-ˈme-tri-kəl

: of, relating to, or according to the methods or principles of geometry

: increasing in a geometric progression

geometric population growth

capitalized : of or relating to a style of ancient Greek pottery characterized by geometric decorative motifs (see motif sense 2)

: using straight or curved lines in designs or outlines

: of or relating to art based on simple geometric shapes (such as straight lines, circles, or squares)

geometric abstractions

geometrically

ˌjē-ə-ˈme-tri-k(ə-)lē

adverb

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Designed by Nicolas Ghesquière, her strapless bustier gown featured a graphic front panel that was embroidered with 3D sequins in a geometric pattern. —

Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 Jan. 2023 This year’s artwork is a geometric pattern that is said to be inspired by the agave fields that are the birthplace of every tequila. —

Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2023 Styled by Samantha McMillen, the structured black gown's design centered on a column of silver studs arranged in a geometric pattern. —

Sam Reed, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023 This eye-catching blue-and-white geometric pattern is crisp and modern, with a classic, timeless look. —

Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 6 Jan. 2023 The rug's subtle geometric pattern and tasseled ends add a slightly modern touch to the rug. —

Gabriela Izquierdo, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Dec. 2022 Prada also embraced its history this season, releasing an embroidered fabric bag in a green-and-black geometric pattern that echoes the brand’s iconic triangular logo, first introduced on trunks by the company’s founder, Mario Prada, in 1919. —

Jameson Montgomery, New York Times, 16 Dec. 2022 The pic shows Chopra, who wears a mint green set with a black-and-white geometric pattern, lying on a rug while holding her baby on her chest. —

Harper's BAZAAR, 11 Dec. 2022 To achieve this, the duo implemented historical codes of the maison such as nature motifs, geometric patterns, and Toussant’s beloved panther. —

Sean Santiago, ELLE Decor, 13 Dec. 2022 See More

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