Well-rounded

/ˌwɛlˈɹaʊndɪd/ · adjective

Meaning

Of a person's development or education, having a balanced variety of attributes..

Definitions by Sense

1. Of a person's development or education, having a balanced variety of attributes.
2. Of a person's body shape, being plump, shapely or curvaceous.
3. Of language, using words which have been carefully chosen.

Example Sentences

“It’s a problem if anyone isn’t taking advantage of an incredible artistic medium,” he said. “It’s hurtful not to be well-rounded.”

In this meditative walk his foot met the floor with heel and toe simultaneously, and his fine, reddish-fleshed face was bent downwards just enough to render obscure the still mouth and the well-rounded though rather prominent and broad chin.

Afterward, in his small room, Nikky composed a neat, well-rounded speech, in which he expressed his loyalty, gratitude, and undying devotion to the Crown Prince. It was an elegant little speech. Unluckily, the occasion for it had gone by two hours.

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Word Forms

• more well-rounded
• most well-rounded
• well rounded

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