rounded

adjective

round·​ed ˈrau̇n-dəd 

1

: made round : flowing rather than jagged or angular

2

: fully developed

roundedness noun

Examples of rounded in a Sentence

a countertop with rounded corners

a wine with a rounded character

The novel gives a rounded picture of life as an illegal immigrant in the U.S.

Recent Examples on the Web

While science, technology, engineering and mathematics skills are vital — call them the price of admission — the premier seats go to applicants who are well rounded. —Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2024

Given the rounded toe box, the brand recommends going a half size up to give your feet a tad more wiggle room. —Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024

On the offensive end, Aledo is well rounded and can thrive with the use of small ball, aggressive base running and also power hitting. —Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2024

There’s the rounded octagonal level above that, framed at the top by a surrounding platform that suggests a muezzin’s balcony of yore. —Jonathan M. Pitts, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing rounded

• well-rounded

Kids Definition

rounded

adjective

round·​ed ˈrau̇n-dəd 

: curving or round in shape