shape

noun
UK: /ʃeɪp/
US: /ʃeɪp/

  1. The form of something, often its outline.

    1. The cookies are in the shape of stars. [ ] [ ]
    2. The clouds changed shape as the wind blew them across the sky. [ ] [ ]

  2. A particular condition or state of something.

    1. My car is in good shape, though it's old. [ ] [ ]
    2. After the accident, the bike was in no shape to be ridden. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

form condition mold create fashion state
shape verb

  1. To give a particular form or shape to something.

    1. I tried to shape the clay into a bowl. [ ] [ ]
    2. The potter shaped the clay with skillful hands to make unique objects. [ ] [ ]

  2. To influence or determine the development of something.

    1. My experiences shaped my way of thinking. [ ] [ ]
    2. His early childhood shaped his personality and approach to life. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "shape" in English means: The form of something, often its outline., A particular condition or state of something..

The phonetic transcription of "shape" is /ʃeɪp/ in British English and /ʃeɪp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "shape": form, condition, mold, create, fashion, state.

Example usage of "shape": "The cookies are in the shape of stars.". More examples on the page.