CEFR B1

angular

adjective

Meaning

Having angles or sharp corners; not rounded.

Examples

The robot's design was very angular, with sharp lines and flat surfaces.
He had an angular face, with high cheekbones and a pointed chin.

Synonyms: sharp, pointed, geometric, gaunt

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angular (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈæŋɡjələr/

Definition

Having angles or sharp corners; not rounded.

Examples

The robot's design was very angular, with sharp lines and flat surfaces.
He had an angular face, with high cheekbones and a pointed chin.
The artist used bold, angular brushstrokes to create a sense of tension.

How to Use angular

angular momentum (collocation): A measure of the amount of rotation of a body, analogous to linear momentum. — "The spinning dancer maintained her angular momentum."
angular velocity (collocation): The rate of change of angular displacement. — "The angular velocity of the wheel was measured in radians per second."
angular shape (collocation): A shape characterized by sharp corners or straight lines. — "The building's angular shape made it stand out against the skyline."

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