adj
Uncommon
curved
kurvd
Curved (adj) means having a smooth bend rather than straight lines or sharp angles. Example: “The museum has a striking curved glass facade.”
adj
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Having a smooth bend rather than straight lines or sharp angles.
"The museum has a striking curved glass facade."
"The river followed a gently curved path through the valley."
"He sat on a curved bench overlooking the harbour."
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- more curved
- Superlative
- most curved
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What does “curved” mean?
The word “curved” means having a smooth bend rather than straight lines or sharp angles.
How do you pronounce “curved”?
“Curved” is pronounced kurvd (/kɝːvd/ in IPA).
How do you use “curved” in a sentence?
Here is “curved” used in a sentence: “The museum has a striking curved glass facade.”
What is the opposite of “curved”?
The opposite of “curved” — its antonyms — are flat and straight.
What part of speech is “curved”?
“Curved” is an adjective.
Is “curved” a common word?
“Curved” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between curved and bent?
Curved describes a smooth bend rather than straight lines or sharp angles, suggesting a gradual, continuous change of direction. Bent can describe the same kind of smooth change but is also used for sharper, more angular deformations, especially of rigid materials.
What is the difference between curved and circular?
Curved simply means having a smooth bend rather than straight lines, without specifying a particular shape. Circular specifically describes something that forms a complete circle, which is one specific type of curved shape.
What is an example of something described as curved?
A curved road, a curved line, or a curved screen are all examples where curved describes a smooth bend rather than straight edges or sharp angles.
