adj Uncommon

circled

SUR-kuhld

Circled (adj) means marked with a ring drawn around it. Example: “The circled dates on the calendar were her exam days.”

adj

Marked with a ring drawn around it.

"The circled dates on the calendar were her exam days."

Round in shape.

"A circled window let light into the stairwell."

How to Use Circled

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving a circle drawn around it, or shaped like a circle — the past-tense/adjective form of "circle".

Common pairings

circled in red circled date

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “circled” mean?

The word “circled” means marked with a ring drawn around it. In plain terms, having a circle drawn around it, or shaped like a circle — the past-tense/adjective form of "circle".

How do you pronounce “circled”?

“Circled” is pronounced SUR-kuhld (/ˈsɜː(ɹ)kəld/ in IPA).

How do you use “circled” in a sentence?

Here is “circled” used in a sentence: “The circled dates on the calendar were her exam days.”

What part of speech is “circled”?

“Circled” is an adjective.

Is “circled” a common word?

“Circled” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “circled” have?

“Circled” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: marked with a ring drawn around it.