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(an-ti-sym-met-ric) 5 syllables

Definition

adjective. a property of a relation where if one element is related to another the reverse is not true.

Example Sentence

The mathematical relation is antisymmetric, meaning if one element is related to another, the reverse is not true.

More Example Sentences

In math an antisymmetric relation is important.

Synonyms

asymmetric; non-symmetric

Antonyms

symmetric; balanced

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