Shapelier: meaning, definitions and examples

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shapelier

 

[ ˈʃeɪp.li.ər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical appearance

Shapelier refers to having a well-defined or attractive shape, particularly in regard to the body. It is typically used to describe someone who has a curvy or proportionate figure that is aesthetically pleasing.

Synonyms

curvier, more proportionate, more sculpted

Examples of usage

  • She wore a dress that accentuated her shapelier figure.
  • Many people aspire to have a shapelier silhouette.
  • The artist preferred to paint shapelier forms in her sculptures.

Translations

Translations of the word "shapelier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais bem proporcionado

🇮🇳 आकर्षक

🇩🇪 schöner

🇮🇩 lebih berproporsi

🇺🇦 більш пропорційний

🇵🇱 bardziej proporcjonalny

🇯🇵 より形の良い

🇫🇷 plus proportionné

🇪🇸 más proporcionado

🇹🇷 daha orantılı

🇰🇷 더 잘생긴

🇸🇦 أكثر تناسقًا

🇨🇿 více proporční

🇸🇰 viac proporčný

🇨🇳 更有形状感的

🇸🇮 bolj proporčen

🇮🇸 meira hlutfallslegur

🇰🇿 көбірек пропорционалды

🇬🇪 მეტი პროპორციული

🇦🇿 daha nisbətən

🇲🇽 más proporcionado

Etymology

The word 'shapelier' is derived from the base word 'shape', which has its origins in the Old English 'sceap', meaning 'form or appearance'. The '-ly' suffix signifies a characteristic of a noun, forming an adjective. The comparative form 'shapelier' suggests a comparison between shapes or figures. Historically, the appreciation of shape has been paramount in art, fashion, and anatomy, reflecting cultural standards of beauty. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass not just physical form but also a broader concept of aesthetically appealing symmetry and proportion in various contexts. Its usage has been particularly notable in discussions surrounding body image and fitness in contemporary culture.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,820, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.