three-di·men·sion·al
| \ ˈthrē-də-ˈmench-nəl
, -ˈmen(t)-shə-nᵊl also -dī- \
, -ˈmen(t)-shə-nᵊl also -dī- \
Definition of three-dimensional
1
: of, relating to, or having three dimensions
2
: giving the illusion of depth or varying distances
—used especially of an image or a pictorial representation on a two-dimensional medium when this illusion is enhanced by stereoscopic means
3
: describing or being described in well-rounded completeness
a three-dimensional analysis of multiple historical processes— L. L. Snyder
4
: true to life : lifelike
Other Words from three-dimensional
three-dimensionality
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ˈthrē-də-ˌmen(t)-shə-ˈna-lə-tē
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noun
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noun
Synonyms & Antonyms for three-dimensional
Synonyms
- lifelike,
- living,
- natural,
- naturalistic
- (also naturalist),
- near,
- photo-realistic,
- realistic
Antonyms
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“Three-dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/three-dimensional. Accessed 21 Jan. 2022.
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three-dimensional
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of three-dimensional
: having or seeming to have length, width, and depth
: having different qualities that are like the qualities of a real person
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three-dimensional
adjectiveKids Definition of three-dimensional
1
: relating to or having the three dimensions of length, width, and height
A cube is three-dimensional.
2
: giving the appearance of depth or varying distances
a three-dimensional movie
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