HARMONIC Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

harmonic

adjective

här-ˈmä-nik

Definition of harmonic

as in symmetrical

having the parts agreeably related the desire to live the kind of harmonic life in which work and family are perfectly balanced

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Recent Examples of harmonic Every insect has a distinct sonar signature that’s determined by its wingbeat frequency and its harmonic structure. — New Atlas, 26 July 2026 These filings offer no melodic details, nothing rhythmic, nothing harmonic or structural. — Chris Willman, Variety, 6 July 2026 The rhythmic pulse of hand clapping, accompanied by the resounding harmonic messages through voice. — Ukee Washington, CBS News, 19 June 2026 In this case, the two notes’ harmonic overtones overlap, and most people like listening to the sound as a result. — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for harmonic

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Adjective

The Defender’s Window, In Plain Terms Brockman’s essay makes a symmetrical argument.

— Ashish Bhatia, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Clams have the most symmetrical of shells, which are neatly rounded or oval in shape, with each half approximately equal in size.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of symmetrical

Adjective

Created by bartender Bradleigh Mobley at Bayonet in Birmingham (one of our Best New Restaurants of 2026), the drink calls upon the nostalgia of Nerds candy to create a zippy yet balanced drink that’s undeniably entertaining.

— Bradleigh Mobley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
The planar-magnetic driver takes care of the mid and upper-mid ranges, while the addition of a balanced armature driver tops off the upper end to provide focus and direction to the soundstage.

— Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of balanced

Adjective

Yeah, just continue and figure out elegant ways to catch up with everyone, like catch up with what’s been happening in the last year.

— Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026
The couple recently tied the knot in an elegant ceremony in Sicily at the historic Villa Valguarnera near Palermo on June 6, after officially marrying in London’s Marylebone Town Hall in advance.

— Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of elegant

Adjective

The property now reflects a vibrant, modern aesthetic that channels Havana’s golden age and Florida tropical cool.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026
The daughter of Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz has cultivated her own aesthetic, ranging from edgy to romantic and from effortlessly off-duty to full red carpet glamour.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of aesthetic

Adjective

The driveway, lined with perennial beds, has a graceful curve on its way to a large circle that allows guests to park near the walkway to the front porch.

— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026
The country is mired in a war with Iran with no graceful exit opportunities; a new round of tariffs threatens to further disrupt fragile global trade relations; and the domestic economy faces inflation combined with paltry growth.

— Zachary Karabell, Washington Post, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of graceful

Adjective

The service As guests step foot on Jumeirah Olhahali Island, they are greeted with a joyous traditional Maldivian Boduberu dance accompanied by drumming and harmonious chants.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026
While captain Henderson is crucial for a harmonious atmosphere and has the self-confidence to lead the team into this new era, and he is joined by the ever-humorous Hughes, there is an absence of strong personalities in this squad.

— Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of harmonious

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