THREE-DIMENSIONAL Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

three-dimensional

adjective

ˈthrē-də-ˈmench-nəl

Definition of three-dimensional

as in realistic

closely resembling the object imitated an actress who has been acclaimed for her three-dimensional portrayal of the celebrated monarch

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Recent Examples of three-dimensional The authors speculated that the changes, which lasted for another four weeks after the individuals stopped playing, were partly due to the three-dimensional environment of Super Mario. — Amanda Gardner, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026 The dress also contained three-dimensional floral embroidery on the skirt for a romantic touch and was covered in sparkles, giving it a golden glow. — Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026 The StanbyME 2 Max’s Dolby collaboration also extends to the inclusion of Dolby Atmos audio, for a more immersive three-dimensional sound system. — John Archer, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Origami, the Japanese art of folding flat sheets of paper into three-dimensional figures, is the creative spark behind a new hybrid 3D printing technique. — Shirl Leigh june 27, New Atlas, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for three-dimensional

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Adjective

Be sure to give the full picture of everything on your plate, along with realistic estimates of how long projects will take.

— Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Underwriting deals at realistic pricing and verifying insurability before acquisition were among the recommendations cited in the report for investors operating in markets with elevated carrying costs.

— Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026

Definition of realistic

Adjective

While plastic borders have gained popularity over the years for their practicality, many gardeners are now gravitating towards living borders consisting of plants, which offer a more natural look and can provide additional benefits, such as habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects.

— SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 19 June 2026
What challenges is the co-living industry facing?

— Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026

Definition of living

Adjective

The lighting is somewhere between fantasy and noir, all moody shadows and otherworldly mists, precise and in no way naturalistic.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 July 2026
For as dutifully naturalistic as the setups are, the film occasionally takes on the feel of a stage play, where its latticework of accents, syntaxes, and acting styles are allowed to accentuate something other than strict verisimilitude.

— Paul A. Thompson, Pitchfork, 21 July 2026

Definition of naturalistic

Adjective

All Volcanoes lodges are hand-crafted, using local, natural products such as wood and bamboo, while art and travel books, vibrant greens of the elephant grass, and local artwork add to the calm.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026
The natural resistance of water helps build strength while improving cardiovascular fitness.

— Patricia Neligan, AJC.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of natural

Adjective

Those musicians are the band’s bassist Zeta Bosio and drummer Charly Alberti, performing onstage with a lifelike avatar of singer Gustavo Cerati, who died in 2014.

— Andy Meek, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
McBride fears the law would interfere with the making of devices like the one that activates his lifelike hand.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026

Definition of lifelike

Adjective

While only a handful appear each hour before the shower reaches maximum activity, early Perseids are known for producing vivid green fireballs and long-lasting glowing trails.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Watching a teenager step up, take initiative and unlock his potential early is an incredible feeling—a vivid testament to what is possible when accessible local infrastructure exists to lift our kids up.

— Talyn Green, Washington Post, 29 July 2026

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