rounded

adjective

round·​ed ˈrau̇n-dəd How to pronounce rounded (audio)
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.
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The Vintage Inspired Wicker Gathering Basket can add soft, rounded edges to the center of your tablescape or serve as a living room display item. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2025 With Brown leading the charge, the Knicks will need a much more rounded roster. Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025 The back of the lid has a slim cutout with gently rounded edges that crowns the thin vent along the back of the system. Sherri L. Smith, PC Magazine, 29 July 2025 The last two are smaller shrubs which have a rounded habit. Pamm Cooper, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for rounded

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rounded was in the 15th century

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“Rounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rounded. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

rounded

adjective
round·​ed ˈrau̇n-dəd How to pronounce rounded (audio)
: curving or round in shape

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