two-dimensional

/ˌtuː daɪˈmenʃənl/ (bre, ipa) · [tˌudɪmˈɛnʃənəl] /ˌtuː daɪˈmenʃənl/ (ame, ipa) · [tˌudɪmˈɛnʃənəl] /ˈtü-də-ˈmen(t)-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce two-dimensional (audio) also -dī-/ (ame, mw)

two-dimensional — adjective

1. existing on a flat surface with length and width, but with no depth going back i

1.形容詞B2
釋義

existing on a flat surface with length and width, but with no depth going back into space.

例句

The museum label said the cave painting was two-dimensional, not carved.

flat image contrasted with a carved object

Ritu turned the cube into a two-dimensional sketch for her design class.

solid object shown as a flat drawing

同義詞
  • flat

    ordinary word that stresses the lack of depth

  • planar

    more technical, especially in maths or design

  • 2-D

    short form common in art, gaming, and computing

反義詞

文法句型

two-dimensional + noun

用法筆記

Commonly used for drawings, maps, diagrams, and screen images. Distinguish from three-dimensional objects, which extend outward or inward in real space.

常見錯誤

❌The statue is two-dimensional from every side.
✅The photo makes the statue look two-dimensional.
💡a real statue has depth, even if a flat picture of it does not.

2. too simple in the way it presents a person, story, or issue, with little complex

2.形容詞C1
釋義

too simple in the way it presents a person, story, or issue, with little complexity, feeling, or thoughtful understanding.

例句

Critics said the prince was two-dimensional, brave in every scene but never troubled.

review language for a character with only one trait

Bilal thought the documentary was two-dimensional because it ignored local voices.

one-sided treatment of a public issue

同義詞
  • flat

    very common for characters or stories that feel lifeless

  • shallow

    broader and often used for people or ideas with little depth

  • simplistic

    especially used for explanations that reduce a complex issue too much

反義詞
  • layered

    often used for characters or stories with several sides

  • nuanced

    shows fine differences and more than one perspective

  • complex

    has several motives, parts, or levels

文法句型

two-dimensional + noun

用法筆記

Usually used critically about portrayals or discussions that show only one obvious side. Distinguish from sense 1, which describes literal flatness rather than limited insight.

常見錯誤

❌The poster is two-dimensional because it is made of paper.
✅The villain is two-dimensional because he has no complex motives.
💡this sense criticizes lack of depth in portrayal or thought, not physical shape.