circumjacent

[sur-kuhm-jey-suhnt]

circumjacent Definition

surrounding or adjacent on all sides.

Using circumjacent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "circumjacent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The circumjacent buildings were damaged in the earthquake.

  • Example

    The park is surrounded by circumjacent neighborhoods.

  • Example

    The island is known for its beautiful beaches and circumjacent waters.

circumjacent Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for circumjacent

Phrases with circumjacent

  • lying around or surrounding something

    Example

    The city is circumjacent to a large lake.

  • the area surrounding a particular place or thing

    Example

    The circumjacent area of the park is full of restaurants and cafes.

  • circumjacent countries

    countries that are adjacent to each other

    Example

    The circumjacent countries have a long history of cooperation and trade.

Origins of circumjacent

from Latin 'circumjacens', meaning 'lying around'

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Summary: circumjacent in Brief

The term 'circumjacent' [sur-kuhm-jey-suhnt] refers to something that is surrounding or adjacent on all sides. It can be used to describe buildings, neighborhoods, or bodies of water, as in 'The park is surrounded by circumjacent neighborhoods.' 'Circumjacent' can also be used in phrases like 'circumjacent to,' which means lying around or surrounding something.