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isomorphic

isomorphic

1 9.8
Similar in shape or look but different inside, like two plants with different genes
  • adjective
  • /ˌaɪsəˈmɔrfɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : isomórfico
  • Despite their isomorphic appearances, the two species evolved from entirely different ancestors.
  • remain isomorphic

Examples

  • Norms that are genuinely moral will be applicable to ranges of situational contexts precisely because they will have grasped morally significant relationships that remain stable or isomorphic across the stipulated ranges of contexts.

    Academic text (1990)

  • The study revealed that the isomorphic traits between the two plants allowed them to adapt to their environments despite their genetic differences.

  • In this case, GS and GS are isomorphic; they are the same graph up to relabeling.

    Academic text (2011)

  • Photomicrograph of the excised adenoid cystic carcinoma shows that the cells that make up the tumor are small and cuboid with isomorphic nuclei.

    Academic text (2003)

  • In biology, certain species exhibit isomorphic structures, having similar forms but differing functions.

Synonyms

similar
vsisomorphic
∞ 1.0

Having some of the same qualities as another person or thing but not exactly the same

indicates technical similarity specifically stressing internal or genetic difference
homomorphic
vsisomorphic
  • Specialized
1 9.9

Having the same shape or parts

emphasizes appearance similarity despite internal or genetic difference
isomorphous
vsisomorphic
  • Specialized
9.9

Similar in appearance but different in origin

focuses on similar look but stresses genetic or structural difference especially in biology
pseudomorphic
vsisomorphic
  • Specialized
9.9

Looking like one thing but different on the inside

means similar look but highlights genetic or structural difference in biology

Antonyms

dissimilar
17 3.8

Different in appearance or nature

heterogeneous
9 7.9

Made of different types of people or things, like scientists and artists

How Similar

identical
237 2.9
isomorphic
  • Specialized
1 9.8
similar
∞ 1.0
dissimilar
17 3.8

Surface Forms

isomorphic positive
isomorphically positive

Morphology

isomorphic = morphic (semi-transparent) = iso + morph + ic

While 'iso-' and 'morphic' are clear, the specific biological context may not be immediately obvious.

Etymology

Isomorphic comes from iso- meaning 'equal' and morph meaning 'form' or 'shape', like the morph in metamorphosis. So in biology, something isomorphic looks the same in shape even when it is different inside or by its genes.