multidimensional

adjective

mul·​ti·​di·​men·​sion·​al ˌməl-tē-də-ˈmench-nəl 

-ˌtī-,

-ˈmen(t)-shə-nᵊl

: having or relating to multiple dimensions or aspects

multidimensional calculus

Such multidimensional spaces are, of course, impossible to draw in our ordinary space. But scientists can draw a two- or three-dimensional cross section of a multidimensional space …

—John Briggs and F. David Peat

… a combination of services that result in a multidimensional approach to education …

—Corrine E. Munoz-Plaza et al.

… he shows us both the inner and outer lives of the athletes, transforming them from heroes or villains into the kind of multidimensional characters you expect to find in good fiction.

—Bill Ott

multidimensionality

ˌməl-tē-də-ˌmen(t)-shə-ˈna-lə-tē 

-ˌtī-

noun

Due to the multidimensionality of grief, with its physical, emotional, and psychological expression … clinical symptoms of grief are often misinterpreted as symptoms of depression …

—Sara Sanders and Kathryn Betts Adams

They noted that a theoretical understanding of the underlying processes can serve as a guide in navigating the multidimensionality, uncertainty, and complexity that is teaching.

—Mike Yough et al.

Examples of multidimensional in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tokyo just needs to break through a multidimensional bureaucratic matrix that might as well have been designed by M.C. Escher. —William Pesek, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025

Blending artistry with thought-provoking writing, the book offers a rich, multidimensional experience. —Okla Jones, Essence, 18 Feb. 2025

Rae Natural Ivory Area Rug For a subtle yet noticeable room upgrade, grab this neutral ivory and brown rug with a multidimensional checker pattern. —Shea Simmons, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025

Thomas Doyle, Esq. embodies this, blending expertise in law, education, and sports to craft a multidimensional legacy. —Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for multidimensional

• unidimensional
• attentional
• conventional
• dimensional
• extensional
• intensional
• intentional
• interventional
• nonconventional
• nondimensional
• unconventional
• unintentional

Kids Definition

multidimensional

adjective

mul·​ti·​di·​men·​sion·​al

ˌməl-ti-də-ˈmənch-nəl,

-ˈmenchən-ᵊl

: made up of or involving two or more dimensions