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two-dimensionality

two-dimensionality

7.7
Something flat like a picture that has length and width but no depth
  • noun
  • /ˌtuːˌdɪmɛnˈʃənəlɪti/
  • Specialized
translation icon : bidimensionalidad
  • Mathematics often explores the two-dimensionality of geometric figures such as squares and circles.

Examples

  • The two-dimensionality of the painting is striking.

  • The two-dimensionality of the painting made it look flat compared to a sculpture.

  • In computer graphics, two-dimensionality limits the movement of objects to a plane.

  • Why does this design emphasize two-dimensionality?

  • The artist used simple shapes and lines to highlight the two-dimensionality of his paintings.

  • In graphic design, two-dimensionality allows for bold colors and strong contrasts without the distraction of depth.

  • The cartoon style intentionally embraces two-dimensionality, focusing on clarity and vibrancy rather than realistic depth.

Synonyms

flatness
vstwo-dimensionality
3 2.9

A level area with hardly any hills

focuses on measurement of length and width rather than general state
planeness
vstwo-dimensionality
  • Specialized
7.6

The state of being flat like a smooth level surface

emphasizes measurement rather than surface quality

Antonyms

three-dimensionality
1 7.3

Having height, width, and depth

How Many Dimensions

two-dimensionality
  • Specialized
7.7
one-dimensionality
  • Specialized
7.9

Surface Forms

two-dimensionality singular
two-dimensionalities plural

Morphology

two-dimensionality = two-dimensional (transparent) = two + dimension + al + ity

Formed by adding the noun-forming suffix '-ity' to the clear adjective 'two-dimensional', so the noun meaning is directly predictable.

Etymology

Two-dimensionality is made from two and the part dimension, where dimension is a way to measure like 'length' or 'width'. The ending -ity shows it is a 'state' or 'quality'. So two-dimensionality means the state of having only 'length and width' and no depth, which is why a picture or drawing looks 'flat'.