Definitions and Examples of curved, rounded, smooth
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a smooth, continuously bending line or surface.
Example
The curved lines of the sculpture gave it a sense of movement.
rounded
Having a smooth, circular or spherical shape.
Example
The rounded edges of the pebble made it comfortable to hold.
Having an even and regular surface; free from roughness or irregularities.
Example
The polished marble had a smooth surface that reflected light beautifully.
Key Differences: curved vs rounded vs smooth
- 1Curved describes a shape that has a smooth, continuously bending line or surface.
- 2Rounded describes a shape that is smooth, circular, or spherical.
- 3Smooth describes a texture that is even and regular, free from roughness or irregularities.
Effective Usage of curved, rounded, smooth
- 1Art and Design: Use these antonyms to describe the shape and texture of objects in art and design.
- 2Science and Mathematics: Incorporate these antonyms in scientific and mathematical contexts to describe shapes and surfaces.
- 3Everyday Conversation: Use these antonyms to describe the shape and texture of everyday objects.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct differences: Curved describes a smooth, continuously bending line or surface, rounded describes a smooth, circular or spherical shape, and smooth describes a texture that is even and regular. Use these words in art and design, scientific and mathematical contexts, and everyday conversations to describe shapes and surfaces.