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Definition of roundedness

roundedness

/ˈraʊndɪdnəs/
round · ed · ness

Adverb:roundedly
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Adjective:rounded
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1

The quality or state of having a curved, circular, or spherical surface or outline without sharp corners.

Example

"Years of flowing river water had given the riverbed stones a smooth, pleasant roundedness."


2

In phonetics, the articulatory property of pronouncing a vowel or consonant with pursed or protruded lips.

Example

"In French phonology, front vowels are systematically distinguished by their degree of lip roundedness."


3

The state of being complete, balanced, and fully developed in character, scope, or tone.

Example

"The novelist was praised for the psychological roundedness of her supporting characters."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Roundedness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/roundedness
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