Synonyms for

Spherical

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

Definition

Spherical means having the shape of a sphere or ball.

Synonyms & similar words

spheric nonspherical global globose ballshaped orbicular globular round globular orbicular ball-shaped bulbous circular curved orb-like spheroid spheroidal globe-shaped ball-like spherulous spheral globate orbiculate spherulitic spherulous rotund pomaceous

Synonyms by register

Formal

spheroidal globular orbicular

Informal

round ball-shaped

Literary

orbicular globose

Antonyms

cubical angular flat linear rectangular polygonal

Common collocations

  • spherical object
  • spherical shape
  • spherical symmetry
  • spherical coordinates
  • spherical aberration
  • spherical cap
  • spherical lens

Word family

noun sphere
adjective spherical
adverb spherically

Usage note

While 'round' is a common synonym, 'spherical' implies a perfect three-dimensional roundness, like a ball. It is often used in scientific and mathematical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The basketball is a spherical object.
  2. The Earth is not a perfect sphere, but it is close to being spherical.
  3. The bubbles in the fizzy drink are also spherical.
  4. The planets in our solar system are mostly spherical.
  5. The snowman's head was a spherical shape.

Quotes

  • The universe is a spheroid region, about 700 million miles in diameter. - Nicolaus Copernicus
  • A spherical ball of fire, the sun, the giver of life and death, the creator and destroyer. - Paul Klee
  • The Earth is not a globe, but a flat disk with a spherical horizon. - Samuel Rowbotham

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