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harmonic

adjective

här-ˈmä-nik How to pronounce harmonic (audio)
Definition of harmonicnext
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 To protect harmless bugs, pets, and children, the drone analyzes the unique sonar signatures, such as wingbeat frequencies and harmonic structures. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for harmonic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonic
  1. symmetrical
  2. balanced
  3. elegant
  4. aesthetic
  5. graceful
  6. harmonious
Adjective
  • For both your antiques and florals, use an odd number of items to keep it from feeling too symmetrical or rigid.
    — Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2026
  • But the more symmetrical approach that United adopted stopped them from generating the routes through the block that had been much more promising in the first half.
    — Jon Mackenzie, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of symmetrical
Adjective
  • They must be addressed in a hardheaded and balanced way, not as Mayor Johnson insists by simply hiking taxes on businesses and the wealthy.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The sandwich is perfectly balanced with the soft fresh bread, smoky turkey with the ranch and avocado providing a creaminess without making the sandwich heavy.
    — Justin Brown, AJC.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of balanced
Adjective
  • The Art Nouveau interiors, featuring mosaics and furnishings designed by leading artists and artisans of the era, evoke an elegant and cosmopolitan Milan, while at the bar, the Campari seltzer remains the house specialty.
    — Emma Bocchi, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Lee’s lines have the intimacy and metaphysical heft of prayer; their elegant recursions and repetitions call to mind the cycles of life, death, and rebirth.
    — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • Simons and the Italian designer share a similar aesthetic hinged on modernism and occasionally futurism and even provocation.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Be careful not to mistake a non-medical ‘aesthetic spa’ for a dermatology clinic offering medical-grade treatments.
    — Anna Haines, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of aesthetic
Adjective
  • Its graceful design is meant to celebrate the intricate beauty of the natural world.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Urbanie Lucero’s choreography and movement direction maintain the production’s graceful poise.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of graceful
Adjective
  • Charlie and Jason take to each other immediately, and for a short time the three enjoy a harmonious existence together in Boston.
    — Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Martha has the rare superhuman instincts required to keep both the class and the mess in harmonious balance, and watching her walk into RHONY is like watching a prima ballerina lead an elementary-school dance class.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of harmonious

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“Harmonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonic. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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