as in rounded
resembling a bulb in roundness often in an unattractive way
a big, bulbous nose
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Recent Examples of bulbous
Hyacinth Bridgerton The curious, feisty Hyacinth Bridgerton—named after the bulbous purple flower—is the youngest child in the Bridgerton family.
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Christina Perrier, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
There’s a big roof scoop and bulbous arches, concealing an 1,100-horsepower V8 that also makes 850 lb-ft of torque.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 28 Jan. 2026
In another bathroom, the firm designed a bulbous vanity covered in parchment leather with a waterproof high-gloss finish.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Depending on sun, shade, and mood, meals can be taken in different locations—in the main lodge, on a private veranda, or between the bulbous trunks of baobabs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
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Christina Perrier, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
There’s a big roof scoop and bulbous arches, concealing an 1,100-horsepower V8 that also makes 850 lb-ft of torque.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 28 Jan. 2026
In another bathroom, the firm designed a bulbous vanity covered in parchment leather with a waterproof high-gloss finish.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Depending on sun, shade, and mood, meals can be taken in different locations—in the main lodge, on a private veranda, or between the bulbous trunks of baobabs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulbous
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Brennan is also extremely well-rounded, with six players averaging more than 9 points per contest.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
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Residents do, however, have to pay a pretty penny for this type of well-rounded lifestyle.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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The man at the gun shop looked at Martinez, a small woman with round eyes and rosy cheeks, and recommended the pistol, which fit nicely in her hands.—
Ruby Cramer,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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The venue is scheduled to hold seven matches during the World Cup, including a round-of-32 game and a quarterfinal.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Bulbous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulbous. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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