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symmetry

noun

ˈsi-mə-trē How to pronounce symmetry (audio)
Definition of symmetrynext
as in proportion
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts planted azalea bushes on both sides of the front steps for symmetry

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Recent Examples of symmetry The nanopillars also control the symmetry of the electromagnetic fields. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026 Out front, two mature sycamore trees frame the house in almost perfect symmetry, reinforcing the sense that 901 Sonoma Way is both composed and inviting. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026 The angular build brings in thoughtful symmetry and lots of tabletop space to curate a varied display of coffee table books and knickknacks. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026 And from a design standpoint, the trust said that the project will dwarf the main residence of the White House, at 55,000 square feet, while disrupting to symmetry of the structure and the surrounding buildings. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for symmetry
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symmetry
  1. proportion
  2. harmony
  3. balance
  4. orchestration
  5. correlation
  6. unity
  7. coherence
  8. equilibrium
Noun
  • The Mercator projection shows Greenland and Africa as appearing to be about the same size whereas in the Equal Earth projection that shows continents in their true proportions, Africa is 14 times larger than Greenland.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026
  • This research reveals that this does happen, but only in small proportions.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of proportion
Noun
  • Maybe there was some harmony there with sports and hosting with Erin.
    — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
  • That harmony makes all the difference—Cygnet 22 delivers a martini with remarkable smoothness, depth, and elegance that is difficult to match.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of harmony
Noun
  • America’s illusion of security under the wing of the military-industrial complex may be reinforced, but the true scales of justice remain off balance and unaccounted for.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The Garmin Vivoactive 5 balances comprehensive sports tracking with everyday health coaching in a lightweight aluminum bezel design.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of balance
Noun
  • Enterprises are deploying agents that monitor trading signals, reconcile operational discrepancies, trigger remediation workflows and coordinate cross-system orchestration.
    — Peter Smulovics, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Tony winner Michael Mayer returns to direct the Broadway production, with David Neumann choreographing and Brian Usifer overseeing music supervision and orchestrations.
    — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of orchestration
Noun
  • Because there is a correlation between the price of Brent crude futures and Polymarket’s rating of the Democratic Party’s chances, according to Deutsche Bank.
    — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2026
  • That’s also a really good question, and there definitely is a correlation there.
    — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of correlation
Noun
  • Bum-seok, Sung-ae, and Sung-ki do find a shambolic Hawksian unity, after a fashion; Sung-ae, in particular, has only to step out of a car with a military-grade rifle to elicit spontaneous applause.
    — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The crossover nature of the track also served as a symbol for unity between the two cultures, Hajjar noted.
    — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of unity
Noun
  • The combat scenes, frequently pitting Latif’s sharpened steel against more popular American weaponry, are staged with whirling verve, wit and, best of all, balletic coherence.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Smoothly edited by Kossakovsky-regular Ainara Vera, Holy Wood Dust gains a stronger semblance of coherence by the generous use of classical music alongside Adrian Berenguer’s bespoke original soundtrack.
    — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of coherence
Noun
  • And yet, this year, many observers have noted that the equilibrium feels off.
    — Nate Jones, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
  • For years, software security operated on an imperfect but workable equilibrium.
    — Aaron Mitchell, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of equilibrium

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“Symmetry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symmetry. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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