Dimensional

/dɪˈmɛnʃənəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the dimensions of an object or space.

The artist created a dimensional sculpture that captured the viewer's attention from multiple angles.

Having physical dimensions; measurable in terms of length, width, height, etc.

The blueprint provided a detailed view of the dimensional layout of the new building.

Pertaining to a specific aspect or aspect of something, particularly in relation to its shape or extent.

The researchers studied the dimensional properties of various materials to determine their suitability for construction.

Involving or having a specified number of dimensions.

Quantum physics often explores concepts in multidimensional space.

Late 19th century: from dimension + -al.

three-dimensional

Having or appearing to have length, width, and depth.

multi-dimensional

Involving several dimensions or aspects.

two-dimensional

Having length and width only, lacking depth.

dimension

An aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing.

dimensionality

The minimum number of coordinates needed to specify a point in a space.

measure

To ascertain the size, amount, or degree of something.

In a figurative sense, used to describe complexity or depth in a person's character.

That guy isn't just funny, he's dimensional with a lot going on beneath the surface.

Used in gaming or sci-fi contexts to refer to imaginary dimensions or realms.

The game lets you explore different dimensional worlds with unique characteristics.