symmetry
What does "symmetry" mean?
Symmetry refers to a sense of harmonious and beautiful proportion and balance. It occurs when an object or shape can be divided into parts that are mirror images of each other, creating a feeling of stability, order, and aesthetic perfection. In usage, the word is often found in artistic, architectural, or mathematical contexts. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation where actions or feelings are perfectly balanced or reciprocated between two parties.
"symmetry" in conversation
Discussing interior design
I feel like this living room needs something to break the symmetry.
I feel like this living room needs something to break the symmetry.
You're right, it feels a bit too formal and stiff right now.
You're right, it feels a bit too formal and stiff right now.
Used to describe the visual balance of a room.
Talking about a relationship
Our relationship has a strange kind of symmetry.
Our relationship has a strange kind of symmetry.
What do you mean?
What do you mean?
We both give exactly as much as we take.
We both give exactly as much as we take.
Used metaphorically to describe balanced dynamics.
"symmetry" in a sentence
The butterfly's wings showed perfect symmetry.
The butterfly's wings showed perfect symmetry.
Modern architects often intentionally disrupt symmetry to create visual interest.
Modern architects often intentionally disrupt symmetry to create visual interest.
The mathematical beauty of the fractal lies in its recursive symmetry.
The mathematical beauty of the fractal lies in its recursive symmetry.
