harmonic

adjective

här-ˈmä-nik How to pronounce harmonic (audio)
Definition of harmonicnext
as in symmetrical
having the parts agreeably related the desire to live the kind of harmonic life in which work and family are perfectly balanced

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Recent Examples of harmonic To protect harmless bugs, pets, and children, the drone analyzes the unique sonar signatures, such as wingbeat frequencies and harmonic structures. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026 Every insect has a distinct sonar signature that’s determined by its wingbeat frequency and its harmonic structure. — New Atlas, 26 July 2026 These filings offer no melodic details, nothing rhythmic, nothing harmonic or structural. — Chris Willman, Variety, 6 July 2026 The rhythmic pulse of hand clapping, accompanied by the resounding harmonic messages through voice. — Ukee Washington, CBS News, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for harmonic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonic
  1. symmetrical
  2. balanced
  3. elegant
  4. aesthetic
  5. graceful
  6. harmonious
Adjective
  • How the gravitational field that the various spacecraft experienced changed over time differs substantially from what would be expected were Mars's interior perfectly spherically symmetrical.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Its oversized stone urns and four Doric columns, along with a Greek key frieze, give the symmetrical residence historic gravitas.
    — Mark David, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of symmetrical
Adjective
  • Any business can run into cash-flow gaps — slow seasons, delayed invoice payments or unexpected costs can throw off even the most perfectly balanced budget.
    — Carson Brunson, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
  • No need to worry about adding structure to your outfit; the combination of baggy jeans and the sharpness of your heels will naturally create a balanced uniform.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of balanced
Adjective
  • Shop more outlet deals below, including an elegant candleholder, a luxe ottoman, and slim patio sofa.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The Queen size bed feels huge, there's plenty of light, sumptuous extra seating and an overall elegant Georgian style feel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • Channel design legend Frances Elkins by injecting your interiors with a peach moment or lean into the cottagecore aesthetic with a gingham print.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Dash, 2026, the forty-seven-minute, two-channel essay-film at the project’s core, is filled with quiet, almost meditative scenes of machines tilling the land that initially conjure a faux-pastoral aesthetic register.
    — Pablo Larios, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of aesthetic
Adjective
  • As with many of the academic cases, there are often no permanent consequences for Pretendians; they are either allowed to continue teaching or granted a graceful retirement.
    — Tommy Orange, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The driveway, lined with perennial beds, has a graceful curve on its way to a large circle that allows guests to park near the walkway to the front porch.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of graceful
Adjective
  • The sunlight of divine Truth dissolves mistaken beliefs that would hide our spiritual, harmonious identity.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Centered around Grounded, the palette is designed to help homeowners easily create harmonious spaces.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of harmonious

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“Harmonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonic. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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