rounded
Rounded (adjective) means Curved rather than sharp or angular. Example: “The furniture had soft, rounded edges to keep the toddler safe.”
How to use rounded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCurved instead of sharp-edged, or a number that has been simplified up or down.
Word forms
more rounded comparative, most rounded superlative
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The furniture had soft, _____ edges to keep the toddler safe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “rounded” mean?
The word “rounded” means curved rather than sharp or angular. In plain terms, curved instead of sharp-edged, or a number that has been simplified up or down.
How do you pronounce “rounded”?
“Rounded” is pronounced ROWN-dihd (/ˈɹaʊndɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “rounded” in a sentence?
Here is “rounded” used in a sentence: “The furniture had soft, rounded edges to keep the toddler safe.”
What part of speech is “rounded”?
“Rounded” is an adjective.
Is “rounded” a common word?
“Rounded” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rounded” have?
“Rounded” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: curved rather than sharp or angular.
What is the difference between rounded and round?
Round describes something shaped like a circle or sphere, such as a round ball. Rounded describes something with curved rather than sharp or angular edges, often suggesting the curve was added or worn in, as in a table with rounded corners. A rounded object need not be fully round.
What is the difference between rounded up and rounded down?
A number is rounded up when it is adjusted to a higher value and rounded down when it is adjusted to a lower one. For instance, 3.2 rounded up to the next whole number is 4, while rounded down it is 3. Standard rounding goes to whichever whole number is nearer.