What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ellipsoid
Example
The planet Saturn is an ellipsoid shape due to its rotation. [ellipsoid: noun]
Example
The artist created an ellipsoid sculpture that was elongated in one direction. [ellipsoid: adjective]
spheroid
Example
The earth is not a perfect sphere, but rather a spheroid due to its rotation. [spheroid: noun]
Example
The basketball player's hand was able to grip the spheroid ball easily. [spheroid: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Spheroid is more commonly used than ellipsoid in everyday language, especially in the context of describing the shape of the earth or other celestial bodies.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between ellipsoid and spheroid?
Ellipsoid is a more technical term and is typically used in formal or technical contexts, while spheroid is a more versatile term that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
