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oval Antonyms

Opposite of oval

Because the opposite of oval shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having a rounded and slightly elongated outline or shape, like that of an egg or an ellipse.

Usage Example

"She placed a large square mirror above the fireplace in the living room."

Strong
square
angular
rectangular
triangular

• noun (Context 2)

A closed, rounded, and slightly elongated geometrical figure or object resembling the outline of an egg or an ellipse.

Usage Example

"The art teacher instructed the students to begin sketching the portrait by drawing a light square for the head."

Strong
square
rectangle
triangle

Similar words to oval

Words similar to oval shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

elliptical
ellipse
egg-shaped
ovoid
track
elliptic
oviform
racetrack
See all synonyms of oval

• Nearby Words

outwardly
outwear
outworn
oval
ovarian
ovation
oven

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Oval. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/oval
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