geometric

adjective

geo·​met·​ric ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik 

variants or geometrical

ˌjē-ə-ˈme-tri-kəl 

1

a

: of, relating to, or according to the methods or principles of geometry

b

: increasing in a geometric progression

geometric population growth

2

capitalized : of or relating to a style of ancient Greek pottery characterized by geometric decorative motifs (see motif sense 2)

3

a

: using straight or curved lines in designs or outlines

b

: of or relating to art based on simple geometric shapes (such as straight lines, circles, or squares)

geometric abstractions

geometrically

ˌjē-ə-ˈme-tri-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of geometric in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Brian Craig/Getty Images Lopez upped the ante with her jewelry, wearing a modular, geometric Van Cleef & Arpels necklace, whose pendant could be deconstructed into a brooch and earrings. —Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025

The top of the blade is stamped with tiny crescent moons and stars, while geometric patterns run the rest of its length. —Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025

An ideal setup features unexpected abstract paintings, geometric light fixtures, and integrated tech. —Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025

The original 1972 Vignelli design, known for its geometric angles and sleek look, has become something of a cult classic among New Yorkers. —Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

see geometry

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing geometric

• geometric mean
• geometric progression
• geometric series

Rhymes for geometric

• obstetric
• symmetric
• allometric
• asymmetric
• barometric
• bathymetric
• biometric
• coulometric
• cytometric
• gravimetric
• isometric
• manometric

Kids Definition

geometric

adjective

geo·​met·​ric ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik 

variants or geometrical

-ˈme-tri-kəl 

: of, relating to, or based on the methods or principles of geometry

geometrically

-tri-k(ə-)lē 

adverb