as in circular
having every part of the surface the same distance from the center
the planet Earth is not, in fact, perfectly spherical
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of spherical
The series of insights began in 1972, when Hawking showed (opens a new tab) that a black hole’s size — specifically its spherical surface area — always increases in proportion to the mass of whatever falls into it.
—
Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2024
The painting of irises above the fireplace is by Reiss, and the hanging spherical light fixture is a Moooi knockoff.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 19 Nov. 2024
The spherical shell known as the Oort Cloud is, for all practical purposes, invisible.
—James Wray, Discover Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
Abu Dhabi is set to become the next location to showcase multimedia entertainment in the unique spherical structure, the Sphere Entertainment Co. and Abu Dhabi tourism officials announced on Tuesday.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN, 15 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for spherical 
Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2024
The painting of irises above the fireplace is by Reiss, and the hanging spherical light fixture is a Moooi knockoff.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 19 Nov. 2024
The spherical shell known as the Oort Cloud is, for all practical purposes, invisible.
—James Wray, Discover Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
Abu Dhabi is set to become the next location to showcase multimedia entertainment in the unique spherical structure, the Sphere Entertainment Co. and Abu Dhabi tourism officials announced on Tuesday.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN, 15 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for spherical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spherical
Adjective
-
But researchers know of multiple circular monuments in northeastern Scotland that were purposely laid flat.Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
-
According to La Roche-Posay, apply this to the face and neck in circular motions.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
The cylindrical style of the lens is classic, looks sharp, and fits well with a variety of helmets.Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
-
Its arresting cylindrical shape appears to float above the seabed and offers some of the best vistas (the sunsets are particularly jaw-dropping) on the island.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
How to Propagate Red Buckeye Tree In late summer to early fall, red buckeye trees produce globular light brown seed capsules 1 to 2 inches in diameter.Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Nov. 2024
-
Clearly, a cameo in Bee Movie was enough to fill Sting’s lifetime allotment of a globular and otherworldly realm.Devon Ivie, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
The central part of the building exhibited Romanesque Revival elements, including round arched nave windows set in round arched panels.Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
-
Pipe batter onto baking sheets (about 9 cookies per sheet) in round rosettes or swirls (2 to 2½ inches wide and ½ inch tall), leaving about ½ inch ofspace between cookies.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Pascal Bélanger, Senior VP Americas at Plaza Premium Group, leads a global provider of hospitality services and airport lounges.Pascal Bélanger, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
-
Key changes to the property (the group’s global flagship) include shifting the lobby staircase, which now meets guests head-on, its carpet a vibrant swirl inspired by the colors of the city.Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 19 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near spherical
Cite this Entry
“Spherical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spherical. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share