symmetry

/ˈsɪmətri/
noun
  1. The quality of being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis; balanced and harmonious arrangement.
    • The butterfly's wings have perfect symmetry.
    • The architect designed the building with symmetry in mind, so both sides look identical.
    • In nature, snowflakes often display beautiful six-sided symmetry.
  2. A pleasing or balanced proportion in something abstract, such as a plan or argument.
    • The symmetry of their arguments made the debate easy to follow.
    • She appreciated the symmetry of the schedule, with equal time for work and rest.
    • There is a nice symmetry in the way the story begins and ends.
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