angular

adjective
UK: /ˈæŋ.ɡjʊ.lər/
US: /ˈæŋ.ɡjə.lər/

  1. Having sharp corners or angles; not rounded.

    1. The table has an angular design. [ ] [ ]
    2. The room's angular architecture felt modern and stark. [ ] [ ]

  2. Thin and bony, often with prominent features.

    1. Her face was angular and pale. [ ] [ ]
    2. The model had an angular frame and striking cheekbones. [ ] [ ]

  3. Measured by an angle; relating to angles.

    1. We calculated the angular distance. [ ] [ ]
    2. The telescope is used for precise angular measurements. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

pointed gaunt sharp bony

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "angular" in English means: Having sharp corners or angles; not rounded., Thin and bony, often with prominent features., Measured by an angle; relating to angles..

The phonetic transcription of "angular" is /ˈæŋ.ɡjʊ.lər/ in British English and /ˈæŋ.ɡjə.lər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "angular": pointed, gaunt, sharp, bony.

Example usage of "angular": "The table has an angular design.". More examples on the page.