symmetrical
adjective
sym·met·ri·cal
sə-ˈme-tri-kəl 
variants
or symmetric
1
: having, involving, or exhibiting symmetry
2
: having corresponding points whose connecting lines are bisected by a given point or perpendicularly bisected by a given line or plane
symmetrical curves
3
symmetric
: being such that the terms or variables may be interchanged without altering the value, character, or truth
symmetric equations
R is a symmetric relation if aRb implies bRa
4
a
: capable of division by a longitudinal plane into similar halves
symmetrical plant parts
b
: having the same number of members in each whorl of floral leaves
symmetrical flowers
5
: affecting corresponding parts simultaneously and similarly
symmetrical rash
6
: exhibiting symmetry in a structural formula
especially
: being a derivative with groups substituted symmetrically in the molecule
Examples of symmetrical in a Sentence
The human body is symmetrical.
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Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2025
According to Homes & Antiques, 18th century Georgian homes are known for their high ceilings, symmetrical facades and water features in garden spaces.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
It's made up of tiny ice crystals that can transform into a variety of intricate symmetrical patterns forming a beautiful snowflake.
—Janet Loehrke, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
Rorschach, who died in 1922, is best known for creating the inkblot test — an experiment in which patients are asked to interpret a series of abstract, symmetrical shapes.
—Jack Lang, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
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“Symmetrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/symmetrical. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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symmetrical
adjective
sym·met·ri·cal
sə-ˈme-tri-kəl
variants
or symmetric
: having, involving, or showing symmetry
Medical Definition
symmetrical
adjective
sym·met·ri·cal
sə-ˈme-tri-kəl
variants
or symmetric
: having, involving, or exhibiting symmetry: as
a
: affecting corresponding parts simultaneously and similarly
a symmetrical rash
b
: exhibiting symmetry in a structural formula
especially
: being a derivative with groups substituted symmetrically in the molecule
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