What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sleevelike
Example
The dress had a sleevelike design that wrapped around the arm. [sleevelike: adjective]
Example
The pipe was sleevelike in shape and fit perfectly into the connector. [sleevelike: adjective]
tubular
Example
The surfer rode the tubular wave all the way to the shore. [tubular: adjective]
Example
The artist used a tubular brush to paint the fine details. [tubular: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Tubular is a more common word than sleevelike in everyday language, and it is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sleevelike and tubular?
Both sleevelike and tubular are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
