circle Synonyms
Another word for circle
• noun (Context 1)
A two-dimensional geometric figure consisting of a closed curve where every point on the boundary is equidistant from a fixed center point.
"The geometry students used a compass to draw a precise ring on the graph paper."
• noun (Context 2)
A group of people who are connected by shared interests, professions, or social ties.
"She maintains a close group of friends from her university days."
• verb (Context 3)
To move all the way around someone or something, especially in the air or along a curved path.
"Several hawks circled high above the open meadow in search of prey."
• verb (Context 4)
To draw a round line around a word, figure, or item on a surface.
"Please ring the correct answer on the examination sheet."
• noun (Context 5)
A continuous cycle, sequence, or process that ends at its starting point or repeats itself.
"The discussion went around in a cycle without reaching a practical resolution."
• verb (Context 6)
To surround or form a ring around a place or object.
"Tall pine trees surround the quiet mountain lake."