multidimensional
adjective
mul·ti·di·men·sion·al
ˌməl-tē-də-ˈmench-nəl 
-ˌtī-,
-ˈmen(t)-shə-nᵊl
: having or relating to multiple dimensions or aspects
multidimensional calculus
Such multidimensional spaces are, of course, impossible to draw in our ordinary space. But scientists can draw a two- or three-dimensional cross section of a multidimensional space …—
John Briggs and F. David Peat
John Briggs and F. David Peat… a combination of services that result in a multidimensional approach to education …—Corrine E. Munoz-Plaza et al.
Corrine E. Munoz-Plaza et al.… he shows us both the inner and outer lives of the athletes, transforming them from heroes or villains into the kind of multidimensional characters you expect to find in good fiction.—Bill Ott
Bill Ott
multidimensionality
noun
Due to the multidimensionality of grief, with its physical, emotional, and psychological expression … clinical symptoms of grief are often misinterpreted as symptoms of depression …
—Sara Sanders and Kathryn Betts Adams
Sara Sanders and Kathryn Betts Adams
They noted that a theoretical understanding of the underlying processes can serve as a guide in navigating the multidimensionality, uncertainty, and complexity that is teaching.
—Mike Yough et al.
Mike Yough et al.
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The contrast between Punta Mita’s polished exclusivity and Sayulita’s vibrant street culture made the experience feel multidimensional rather than curated solely for aesthetics.
—Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
These are trimmed with gold chrome for a glistening, multidimensional touch.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 23 May 2026
June 14: The Atlanta Cultural Exchange, a multidimensional exhibit of music, culture, fashion and more, opens at the CTR in downtown, very close to Atlanta Stadium.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
Could be a multidimensional offensive player and a return man.
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Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
These are trimmed with gold chrome for a glistening, multidimensional touch.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 23 May 2026
June 14: The Atlanta Cultural Exchange, a multidimensional exhibit of music, culture, fashion and more, opens at the CTR in downtown, very close to Atlanta Stadium.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
Could be a multidimensional offensive player and a return man.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
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“Multidimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multidimensional. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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