quadrate
/ˈkwɒdreɪt/
NOUN
1. A square geometric shape
A plane figure with four equal sides and four right angles; a square or something having a square outline.
1.1. Square-shaped figures
A geometric figure with four equal sides and four right angles, or an object with a similar outline.
Synonyms
- square
Examples
- The architect used a quadrate as the basis for the building's central design.
Related Words
- quadrilateral
- rectangle
- parallelogram
- rhombus
NOUN
2. A right-angle aspect in astronomy
An aspect in which two heavenly bodies are separated by an angular distance of 90 degrees; a quarter of a circle.
2.1. Astronomical angular relationships
The position of two celestial bodies when their apparent angular separation is 90 degrees.
Synonyms
- quartile
Related Words
- quadrature
- aspect
- right angle
VERB
3. Adjusting or aligning
To adjust a gun on its carriage or train it for horizontal firing.
3.1. Adjusting artillery
The act of positioning or aligning a gun on its carriage for horizontal firing.
Synonyms
- adjust
- align
- position
Related Words
VERB
4. Making square
To make something square or give it a square shape.
4.1. Shaping into a square
The act of forming or making something square.
Synonyms
- square
Antonyms
Related Words
- square off
- rectify
- shape
VERB
5. Agreeing or corresponding
To agree, fit, suit, or correspond with something.
5.1. Being in agreement
To be consistent with, compatible with, or in agreement with something.
Synonyms
- accord
- agree
- correspond
- conform
- coincide
- harmonize
- match
- be in harmony
Antonyms
- disagree
- conflict
Examples
- The proposed changes do not quadrate with the original plan.
Related Words
- cohere
- concur
- comport
- consist
5.2. Being suitable or compatible
To fit or be appropriate for a particular purpose, requirement, or situation.
Synonyms
- fit
- suit
- comport with
Antonyms
- be unsuitable
- clash
Related Words
- adapt
- accommodate
- conform
ADJECTIVE
6. Having a square shape
Having four equal sides, opposite sides parallel, and four right angles; square in shape.
6.1. Square geometry
Describing an object or figure that has the properties of a square.
Synonyms
- square
- foursquare
Examples
- The architect chose a quadrate design for the building's courtyard.
Related Words
- rectangular
- quadrilateral
- blocky
- boxy
ADJECTIVE
7. Raised to the second power
Produced by multiplying a number by itself; squared.
7.1. Mathematical squaring
Describing a number or quantity obtained by multiplying a value by itself.
Synonyms
- squared
Related Words
- square number
- second power
- quadratic
ADJECTIVE
8. Even, balanced, or exact
Being square, even, balanced, equal, or exact.
8.1. Balance and equality
Describing something that is even, balanced, or equal in proportion.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Words
- proportional
- symmetrical
- uniform
ADJECTIVE
9. Suited or corresponding
Being suited to or corresponding with something.
9.1. Compatibility and suitability
Describing something that is appropriate, compatible, or in agreement with another thing.
Synonyms
- suited
- compatible
- corresponding
Antonyms
- incompatible
- unsuitable
Related Words
- fitting
- congruent
- consistent