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anisometric

anisometric

9.9
Having parts that are different in size or shape
  • adjective
  • /ˌænɪsoʊˈmɛtrɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : anisométrico
  • Some cells have an anisometric shape due to the uneven stretching of their membranes.

Examples

  • The artist was interested in anisometric designs to break away from traditional symmetry in his work.

  • The crystal exhibits an anisometric structure, making it valuable for certain industrial applications.

  • The sculpture had an anisometric form that intrigued many viewers.

  • Is this design anisometric or symmetrical?

  • The crystal exhibits an anisometric structure, making it valuable for certain industrial applications.

  • Some cells have an anisometric shape due to the uneven stretching of their membranes.

  • The artist was interested in anisometric designs to break away from traditional symmetry in his work.

Synonyms

asymmetrical
vsanisometric
18 6.1

Having parts that are not the same size or shape

emphasizes unequal measurements rather than general lack of balance
asymmetric
vsanisometric
11 6.1

Having parts that are not the same on both sides

highlights unequal dimensions instead of simple mirror imbalance
nonsymmetrical
vsanisometric
5.1

Not the same on both sides in shape or design

focuses on unequal physical measurements rather than proportional imbalance
unsymmetrical
vsanisometric
6.9

Different on each side

points to differing dimensions instead of an overall lack of evenness
unsymmetric
vsanisometric
6.9

Not the same on both sides of a middle line

stresses unequal measurements rather than merely differing arrangements
difform
vsanisometric
9.9

An object that has an uneven or irregular shape

describes unequal dimensions, not general irregularity of shape

Antonyms

isometric
  • Specialized
1 7.7

Having the same size or shape in every direction

How Symmetrical

symmetrical
25 4.1
isometric
  • Specialized
1 7.7
asymmetrical
18 6.1
anisometric
  • Specialized
9.9
irregular
14 3.4

Surface Forms

anisometric positive

Morphology

anisometric = isometric (transparent) = an + isometric

Formed by the negative prefix 'an-' plus the adjective 'isometric', so the meaning 'not isometric' is directly derivable from the base.

Etymology

The word anisometric comes from Greek parts an- 'not', iso- 'equal', and metric 'measure'. So it means 'not equal in measurement', which is why we use it for shapes or objects whose parts have different or uneven sizes.