Circular
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɜː.kjə.lə/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Circular is an adjective meaning Of or relating to a circle.
Meaning
Of or relating to a circle.
More Meanings
- In the shape of, or moving in, a circle.
- Circuitous or roundabout.
- Referring back to itself, so as to prevent computation or comprehension; infinitely recursive.
- Distributed to a large number of persons.
- An advertisement, directive or notice intended for mass circulation.
- (obsolete) Perfect; complete.
- (archaic) Adhering to a fixed circle of legends; cyclic; hence, mean; inferior.
Example Sentences
circular reasoning
a circular formula in a spreadsheet
Near-synonyms: oval; round; toroid, ringlike, round-like
a proclamation of Henry III., […] doubtless circular throughout England
Word Forms
- circulars
- circularing
- circulared
Synonyms for circular
Depending on context, synonyms include annular, cyclic, discoid, round, rounded, ring-shaped.
Antonyms for circular
Common opposites include sharp, square, thin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ringed, rounded, ringlike, annulate, ring-shaped, annular.
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