dimensional (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /daɪˈmɛnʃənəl/

Definition

Relating to or having dimensions, especially to the extent of space measured in length, width, and height.

Examples

• The movie's special effects created a truly three-dimensional experience.

• Scientists are exploring the possibility of parallel universes with different dimensional properties.

• The architect considered the building's dimensional stability in the design.

How to Use dimensional

dimensional analysis (collocation)

A method of checking the correctness of equations by considering the dimensions of the quantities involved. — "Using dimensional analysis, we confirmed that the formula for kinetic energy was correct."

n-dimensional (collocation)

Having n dimensions, where n is a number. — "The theoretical model described a 26-dimensional spacetime."

Synonyms of dimensional

Words with a similar meaning to dimensional:

• spatial
• proportional
• extensional

Antonyms of dimensional

Words with the opposite meaning to dimensional:

• flat
• abstract

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