Meaning & use

Geometrically

adverb·Everyday

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In a manner relating to geometry, or increasing at a constant multiplying rate rather than by fixed amounts.

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The shapes were arranged geometrically around the center of the mosaic.

Cases of the virus were increasing geometrically, doubling every few days.

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In everyday use, 'geometrically' often describes rapid, multiplying growth, distinct from steady 'arithmetic' growth.

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