Ternion (Noun)
Meaning
The cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- A group of three stars in the constellation formed a ternion that guided sailors on their journey.
- The philosopher argued that the ternion of truth, beauty, and goodness was the foundation of all morality.
- In the mystical ritual, the ternion of earth, air, and fire was invoked to bring balance to the universe.
- The ternion of virtues that the ancient Greeks prized was composed of prudence, justice, and temperance.
- The mathematician saw the ternion as a fundamental concept in understanding the structure of the universe.
Synonyms
- Trio
- Deuce-ace
- Triplet
- Trine
- Trey
- Three
- 3
- Leash
- Terzetto
- Trinity
- Ternary
- Tercet
- Tierce
- III
- Troika
- Threesome
- Triad