Pronunciation

/kəˈrɪkl/

Definitions

Noun

1. A shape formed by a set of points all equidistant from a central point, with no endpoints, like a closed loop.
   • Example: The roundabout was designed as a large circular path.
2. A group of people or things arranged in a ring or circular formation.
   • Example: The circle of friends gathered around the campfire.

Verb

1. To encircle or go around something in a circular motion.
   • Example: She circled the park on her morning jog.
2. To describe or involve a recurring or continuous process.
   • Example: The economy is in a circular pattern of growth and recession.

Adjective

1. Having the form of a circle or being circular in shape.
   • Example: The circular table took up a lot of space in the room.
2. Relating to a group or series that repeats indefinitely.
   • Example: The circle of life in nature.

Phrases

• “Draw a circle” means to create a shape with a continuous line.
• “Circle back later” suggests revisiting a topic or action at a later time.
• “In a circle” describes a repetitive or cyclical behavior.

Example Sentences

• Noun: The children drew concentric circles in the sand.
• Verb: He circled the parking lot looking for a spot.
• Adjective: The circular design of the building caught the visitor’s eye.

Synonyms

• Orb
• Ring
• Round
• Cyclindrical
• Cyclic
• Repeating

Antonyms

• Linear
• Rectangular
• Elliptical
• Irregular
• One-time