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Antonyms for symmetrical

Grammar : Adj
Spell : si-me-tri-kuhl or si-me-trik
Phonetic Transcription : sɪˈmɛ trɪ kəl or sɪˈmɛ trɪk

Definition of symmetrical

Origin :
  • 1570s (implied in symmetrically), from symmetry + -ical.
  • adj well-proportioned
Example sentences :
  • To one who could read palmistry, it meant all that Hetty was; and it was symmetrical and firm.
  • Extract from : « Hetty's Strange History » by Anonymous
  • The structure of taxation should be harmonious and symmetrical.
  • Extract from : « Government Ownership of Railroads, and War Taxation » by Otto H. Kahn
  • He looked down at his symmetrical legs and went back to his desk.
  • Extract from : « Dr. Sevier » by George W. Cable
  • Fig. 39 shows incisions to make in removing a pelt for a symmetrical rug.
  • Extract from : « Taxidermy » by Leon Luther Pray
  • The symmetrical choir is in itself the true charm of St. Mammes.
  • Extract from : « The Cathedrals of Northern France » by Francis Miltoun
  • There is a symmetrical dignity all its own in the seventh chapter of the Hebrews.
  • Extract from : « Messages from the Epistle to the Hebrews » by Handley C.G. Moule
  • Its proportions and symmetrical relations were established as follows.
  • Extract from : « Ten Books on Architecture » by Vitruvius
  • It generally has a symmetrical outline, which it retains to old age.
  • Extract from : « Handbook of the Trees of New England » by Lorin Low Dame
  • The second type is the symmetrical, which is shown by Annulates.
  • Extract from : « Form and Function » by E. S. (Edward Stuart) Russell
  • The symmetrical and graceful body must express something of it.
  • Extract from : « The Indian Today » by Charles A. Eastman

Synonyms for symmetrical

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