dimensional

/di'menʃənl/

Thân thiện

A scientist carefully measures the dimensional properties of a wooden block.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Having dimension: Possessing or relating to a measurable extent in space, such as length, width, height, or depth.
   • Having depth or substance: Possessing qualities that give a sense of depth, complexity, or realism, especially in describing a character or personality.
   • Of or relating to dimensions: Pertaining to the measurement or concept of spatial or abstract extents.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The sculpture is a three-dimensional object. (The sculpture has length, width, and height.)
  • The author created a wonderfully dimensional protagonist. (The author created a protagonist with great depth and complexity.)
  • Dimensional analysis is a useful technique in physics. (Analysis relating to fundamental units of measurement is useful in physics.)

Advanced Usage

• "n-dimensional": Referring to a space or concept with 'n' number of dimensions, often used in mathematics and theoretical physics.
  • String theory posits the existence of multi-dimensional spaces.
• "low-dimensional" / "high-dimensional": Describing systems or data with a relatively small or large number of dimensions or variables.
  • High-dimensional data can be challenging to visualize.

Variants and Related Words

• Dimension (n): A measurable extent, such as length or breadth; a facet or aspect of something.
  • We measured the dimensions of the room.
• Dimensionality (n): The state or quality of having dimensions.
  • The dimensionality of the problem makes it difficult to solve.
• Multidimensional (adj): Having or involving several dimensions or aspects.
  • Her research takes a multidimensional approach.

Synonyms

• Spatial: Relating to space.
• Volumetric: Relating to measurement by volume.
• Complex: Having many interconnected parts; not simple.

Related Phrases

• Dimensional stability: The ability of a material to maintain its precise shape and size.
  • This alloy is prized for its dimensional stability under heat.
• Dimensional lumber: Wood cut to standardized widths and depths (e.g., 2x4), primarily used in construction.
  • The frame was built using dimensional lumber.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. having dimension--the quality or character or stature proper to a person; he is pasty, bland, faceless"- Norman Cousins
   • never matures as a dimensional character
2. of or relating to dimensions