Triad

usgb/ˈtraɪæd/
noun

A group or set of three connected people or things.

The triad of color theory includes primary, secondary, and tertiary colors.
Visual representation of "triad" - A group or set of three connected people or things.

Often appears as...

  • moral triad
  • triad of symptoms
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Connection Importance

Understand that a triad signifies a bond or relationship between the three elements, not just a count.

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The triad of friends tackled every challenge together.
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Not Always Positive

A triad can have negative connotations, depending on the context, such as problems or challenges.

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She faced a triad of issues: debt, unemployment, and illness.
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