symmetry

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symmetry

The butterfly's wings show perfect symmetry.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • (General) The quality of being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis: A balanced and pleasing arrangement of parts in a whole.
    • (Mathematics) An exact correspondence in form, size, and arrangement of parts on opposite sides of a dividing line, plane, or center point.
    • (Physics) The property of a system or phenomenon that remains unchanged under a specific transformation, such as rotation or reflection.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The symmetry of the butterfly's wings is perfect.
    • The architect designed the building with perfect bilateral symmetry.
    • The laws of physics often exhibit symmetry under certain conditions.
Advanced Usage
  • "Axis of symmetry": A line about which a geometric figure is symmetrical.
    • A square has four axes of symmetry.
  • "Symmetry breaking": (In physics) A phenomenon where a system ends up in an asymmetric state despite underlying symmetrical laws.
    • The concept of symmetry breaking is crucial in particle physics.
  • "Bilateral/Rotational/Reflectional symmetry": Specific types of symmetry based on the transformation (folding, turning, mirroring) that leaves the shape unchanged.
    • A human face has approximate bilateral symmetry.
Variants and Related Words
  • Symmetrical (adj): Having symmetry; well-proportioned.
    • The garden was laid out in a symmetrical pattern.
  • Symmetrically (adv): In a symmetrical manner.
    • The columns were placed symmetrically on either side of the door.
  • Asymmetry (n): Lack of symmetry.
    • The deliberate asymmetry of the sculpture made it more dynamic.
Synonyms
  • Balance: A state of equilibrium or equal distribution.
  • Proportion: Harmonious relation of parts to each other or to the whole.
  • Regularity: The quality of being symmetrical, even, or predictable in form.
Antonyms
  • Asymmetry: Lack of symmetry.
  • Imbalance: Lack of proportion or balance.
  • Irregularity: The quality of not being uniform or symmetrical.
symmetry

The butterfly's wings show perfect symmetry.

Noun
  1. (physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions
  2. balance among the parts of something
  3. (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane

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