dimensional
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1 having physical dimensions (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediate Mathhaving height, width, or depth; usually used with a number to describe an object's shape.
having or pertaining to dimensions; typically functions as a combining form to denote spatial extent.
ExampleThe artist created a three-dimensional model of the new building.
ExampleThe software allows engineers to manipulate three-dimensional representations of complex mechanical parts before any physical prototype is manufactured.
UsageAlmost always used with a numerical prefix like 'two-' or 'three-'.
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2 complex or realistic (adj.) C1 Advanced Academichaving many different parts or qualities, making something feel real and interesting.
possessing depth, complexity, or realism; used figuratively to describe characters or concepts that are not one-sided.
ExampleThe author wrote very dimensional characters that felt like real people.
ExampleCritics praised the film for its dimensional portrayal of a historical figure who is often reduced to a simple villain in textbooks.
UsageOften used in literary or artistic criticism to describe the depth of a work.
From dimension + -al.
- Adjectivedimensional
- Adjectivemultidimensional