geometric
adjective
geo·met·ric
ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik
variants
or geometrical
1
a
: of, relating to, or according to the methods or principles of geometry
b
: increasing in a geometric progression
geometric population growth
2
Geometric
: of or relating to a style of ancient Greek pottery characterized by geometric decorative motifs (see motif sense 2)
3
a
: using straight or curved lines in designs or outlines
b
: of or relating to art based on simple geometric shapes (such as straight lines, circles, or squares)
geometric abstractions
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“Geometric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geometric. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.
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