shaped (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʃeɪpt/

Definition

Having a particular form or outline.

Examples

• The mountains were uniquely shaped by ancient glaciers.

• She has a naturally slim and well-shaped figure.

• The cookie cutter produced perfectly shaped stars.

How to Use shaped

shaped by (prepositional phrase)

Influenced or formed by something. — "His ideas were shaped by his travels."

shaped like (prepositional phrase)

Having the form or appearance of something. — "The building is shaped like a pyramid."

Synonyms of shaped

Words with a similar meaning to shaped:

• formed
• molded
• fashioned
• sculpted

Antonyms of shaped

Words with the opposite meaning to shaped:

• formless
• unformed

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