symmetric

British  

/ sɪˈmɛtrɪk /

adjective

1. logic maths (of a relation) holding between a pair of arguments x and y when and only when it holds between y and x, as … is a sibling of … but not … is a brother of … Compare asymmetric antisymmetric nonsymmetric

2. another word for symmetrical

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symmetric Scientific  

/ sĭ-mĕt′rĭk /

1. Relating to or exhibiting symmetry.

2. Relating to a logical or mathematical relation between two elements such that if the first element is related to the second element, the second element is related in like manner to the first. The relation a = b is symmetric, whereas the relation a > b is not.

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Example Sentences

Outcomes aren’t symmetric and Cooper emphasizes that geopolitics are now shaping those outcomes, rather than a factor portfolios can price at the margin.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

The analysis considered both symmetric beam misalignment and asymmetric conditions, where horizontal and vertical deviations differ.

From Science Daily • Feb. 17, 2026

While the head is generally radially symmetric -- it can be divided into two equal halves in multiple directions like a starfish or a pie -- the individual flowers can have different forms of symmetry.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2024

"Another participant exhibited more symmetric use but also compensated with their less-affected side slightly more often for higher-up points that were close to the mid-line."

From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2023

He'd point out the symmetric perfection of a butterfly, the sunlight shimmering on the river, and the delicate aroma of a yellow rose.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins