Synonyms for

Rectangular

Verb / reˈktæŋgjʌlɜ: / Another word for rectangular — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having the shape of a rectangle; having right angles

Synonyms & similar words

orthogonal oblong square quadrilateral right-angled box-shaped geometric orthogonal four-sided even-sided equilateral rectilineal rectangularly rectangularness rectangularity rectanguline rectangulose quadrangular tetragonal quadrate

Synonyms by register

Formal

oblong quadrangular

Literary

elongated parallelepipedal

Antonyms

round circular square curved spherical oval

Common collocations

  • rectangular prism
  • rectangular shape
  • rectangular area
  • rectangular garden
  • rectangular table
  • rectangular frame
  • rectangular hole

Word family

noun rectangle
adverb rectangularly

Usage note

While 'square' can be a specific type of rectangle, it is often used as an antonym to imply a non-square rectangular shape. 'Oblong' is a common synonym, especially for elongated rectangles.

Example sentences

  1. The table in our classroom is rectangular.
  2. The window in my room is rectangular in shape.
  3. My dad's phone is rectangular and has a large screen.
  4. The TV in the living room is rectangular and takes up a lot of space.
  5. The swimming pool at the hotel was rectangular and very deep.

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  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - Eleanor Roosevelt
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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