unidimensional
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/ˌjuːnɪdaɪˈmɛnʃənl/
one-dimensional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unidimensional' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'uni-' meaning 'one' and 'dimensio' meaning 'dimension'.
Historical Evolution
'unidimensional' changed from the Latin word 'unidimensionalis' and eventually became the modern English word 'unidimensional'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having one dimension', but over time it evolved to also mean 'lacking depth or complexity'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or existing in only one dimension.
The graph represents a unidimensional line.
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Adjective 2
lacking depth or complexity; simplistic.
The character in the story was rather unidimensional.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45