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symmetric

Pronunciation: [sɪˈmɛtrɪk]

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Learn how to use symmetric in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “geometry”

(adjective) when something looks the same on both sides, like a butterfly has matching wings. If you draw a line through the center of a shape and both sides look the same, that shape is symmetric.

Example

The butterfly has a symmetric design with beautiful patterns on each wing.

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The shape was not symmetric because one side had more curves than the other.

Example

Can you find a symmetric shape in the classroom?

Context: “mathematics”

(adjective) when a math object has equal properties in relation to a certain point or line. For example, in a symmetric equation, if you change the signs of the numbers, the equation stays the same.

Example

The equation showed symmetric properties, making it easier to solve.

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This equation is not symmetric, so it changes when we swap the numbers around.

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Does this graph look symmetric if we fold it along the y-axis?

Context: “relationship”

(adjective) when things are balanced or equal, like in a friendship where both people care for each other equally. If everyone shares the same feelings, the relationship is symmetric.

Example

Their friendship was symmetric; both friends supported each other.

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The relationship wasn't symmetric because one person cared much more than the other.

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Is your friendship symmetric, where both of you feel the same way?

How to pronounce symmetric

Pronunciation: [sɪˈmɛtrɪk]

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