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.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025
Both are highly skilled, particularly as skaters, and incredibly well-rounded, with Sanderson quite nearly joining Heiskanen in the Franchise Tier of our NHL-wide rankings ahead of the season.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
When considering your many exercise options, a well-rounded approach is ideal, combining aerobic, muscle-strengthening and multicomponent activities that build balance and flexibility.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Female geckos glue their eggs to ceilings, walls, or other sheltered surfaces, often leaving behind clusters of rounded, beadlike shapes.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
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“Rounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rounded. Accessed 26 Sep. 2025.
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rounded
adjective
round·ed
ˈrau̇n-dəd
: curving or round in shape
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