prism

noun

\ ˈpri-zəm

Definition of prism

1 : a polyhedron with two polygonal faces lying in parallel planes and with the other faces parallelograms

2a : a transparent body that is bounded in part by two nonparallel plane faces and is used to refract or disperse a beam of light

b : a prism-shaped decorative glass luster

3 : a crystal form whose faces are parallel to one axis especially : one whose faces are parallel to the vertical axis

4 : a medium that distorts, slants, or colors whatever is viewed through it

Examples of prism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Greene is not the first or last person to filter their religion through the prism of their own personal and political preferences. — Joel Mathis, The Week, 28 Apr. 2022 Looked at through the prism of Germany, war is the destruction of that which economic growth builds. — John Tamny, Forbes, 13 Apr. 2022 It’s the life of Saudi Arabia through the prism of the lead character. — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 6 Apr. 2022 Trying to decipher European parliamentary elections through the prism of American politics is a waste of time. — David Harsanyi, National Review, 4 Apr. 2022 Predictably, each side saw dirtiness in the play through its own prism. — Tim Reynolds, ajc, 9 Nov. 2021 All the sounds of trip hop seemed to be squeezed through its peculiar Bristol prism. — Ryu Spaeth, The New Republic, 19 Feb. 2021 But all of this is seen through the prism of remaining true to the craft of creating beautiful, handmade, classic clothes. — G. Bruce Boyer, Robb Report, 22 Feb. 2022 The show, which is a modern-day examination of Black culture through the prism of pro football, launched on the streaming service in November, and has been renewed for a second season. — Manori Ravindran, Variety, 15 Feb. 2022 See More

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