Symmetric
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɪˈmɛt.ɹɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Symmetric is an adjective meaning Synonym of symmetrical.
Meaning
Synonym of symmetrical.
More Meanings
- (cryptography) Using the same key (or keys that are trivially related) for both encryption and decryption.
- (set theory) Of a relation R on a set S, such that xRy if and only if yRx for all members x and y of S (that is, if the relation holds between any element and a second, it also holds between the second and the first).
Example Sentences
"Is a sibling of" is a symmetric relation.
Synonyms for symmetric
Depending on context, synonyms include symmetrical, even, regular, cruciate, radial, bilateral.
Antonyms for symmetric
Common opposites include asymmetrical, asymmetric.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include biradial, bilateral, symmetrical, trigonal, isosceles, rhombohedral.
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