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

Examples of geometric in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The jewel was part of a collection of 19 pieces using major stones, including supple diamond knot earrings finished with swinging fancy yellow diamonds and rare Mozambican rubies set in a modern geometric setting. Kate Matthams, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024 Add visual interest with the casual geometric pattern from Novogratz's Umbria Rug or Nicole Miller's playful Danica Area Rug. Get the most bang for your buck with a reversible option, like Sixhome's Floral Rectangle Patio Rug or Nfeco's Leafy design. Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2024 Rounding out the exterior details, is a set of 22-inch wheels with the same geometric pattern similar to that found on the sedan concept. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2024 The way the timbers fell — some vertically, others in eerie, geometric lines — enabled the researchers to map the layout of the circular architecture. Franz Lidz, New York Times, 19 Mar. 2024 At the 2011 Met Gala, Solange rocked the red carpet in his sleeveless gown covered in mixed geometric patterns. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2024 After crafting pieces in line with Heath’s seasonal collections for some time, Mitchell created a stand-alone showcase that blended vibrant, geometric pieces and traditional patterns. Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2024 The actress traveled to Austin, Texas, to attend the SXSW premiere of her latest film, The Idea of You, on Saturday and sparkled on the red carpet in a glittery silver minidress detailed with geometric accents. Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 17 Mar. 2024 Keeping with the oversized theme, the Hollywood titan also donned a pair of two-toned, geometric sunglasses and gold drop earrings. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024

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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 10 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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