symmetrically-arranged
|sym-met-ri-cal-ly-ar-ranged|
B2
/sɪˈmɛtrɪkli əˈreɪndʒd/
balanced arrangement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'symmetrically-arranged' originates from the Greek word 'symmetria,' where 'sym-' meant 'together' and 'metron' meant 'measure.'
Historical Evolution
'symmetria' transformed into the Latin word 'symmetria,' and eventually became the modern English word 'symmetrical' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'measured together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'balanced and proportionate arrangement.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
arranged in a way that is balanced and proportionate on both sides.
The garden was symmetrically-arranged, with identical flower beds on each side of the path.
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Last updated: 2025/03/27 08:38