The Opposite(Antonym) of “noncircular”
The antonyms of noncircular are circular and spherical. The antonym circular describes a shape that is round and has a curved boundary, while spherical refers to a three-dimensional shape that is perfectly round like a ball.
Definitions and Examples of circular, spherical
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having the shape of a circle; round.
Example
The table had a circular top with a diameter of 1 meter.
Shaped like a sphere; having a round three-dimensional shape.
Example
The Earth is a spherical planet.
Key Differences: circular vs spherical
- 1Circular refers to a two-dimensional shape that is round and has a curved boundary, while spherical refers to a three-dimensional shape that is perfectly round like a ball.
- 2Circular can be used to describe shapes that are not necessarily three-dimensional, while spherical specifically refers to three-dimensional shapes.
Effective Usage of circular, spherical
- 1Geometry: Use circular to describe two-dimensional shapes that are round and have a curved boundary, and spherical to describe three-dimensional shapes that are perfectly round like a ball.
- 2Design: Incorporate these antonyms in design discussions to describe the shape of objects.
- 3Science: Use spherical to describe the shape of planets, stars, and other celestial bodies.
Remember this!
The antonyms circular and spherical describe shapes that are round, but circular refers to two-dimensional shapes with a curved boundary, while spherical refers to three-dimensional shapes that are perfectly round. These words are useful in geometry, design, and science contexts.
