Zygomatic (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to the cheek region of the face.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The woman's high zygomatic bones gave her an otherworldly beauty.
- Zygomatic fractures can be painful and may require surgery to correct.
- The zygomatic muscles are responsible for forming facial expressions such as smiling and laughing.
- The doctor examined the patient's zygomatic area for signs of injury or infection.
- Facial asymmetry can occur when there is an imbalance between the left and right zygomatic bones.