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Shapely Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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shapely

[ˈʃeɪpli ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

physical appearance

Having an attractive or pleasing shape; well-proportioned and aesthetically pleasing.

Synonyms

curvaceous, well-proportioned, well-shaped.

Examples of usage

  • The actress had a shapely figure that captivated the audience.
  • The shapely curves of the sports car made it stand out on the road.
Context #2 | Adjective

mathematics

Having a clearly defined geometric form or contour.

Synonyms

geometric, symmetrical, well-defined.

Examples of usage

  • The shapely triangle was used in the geometry problem.
  • The shapely circle was perfectly drawn on the whiteboard.

Translations

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Origin of 'shapely'

The word 'shapely' originated from the Middle English word 'schaply' which meant 'well-formed' or 'well-proportioned'. It has been used to describe physical appearance since the 15th century, emphasizing attractive shapes and proportions. In mathematics, 'shapely' has been used to describe clear geometric forms and contours, highlighting the precision and symmetry of shapes.

See also: mishapen, misshape, misshaping, reshape, reshaping, shape, shaped, shapeless, shaper, shapes, shaping, unshaped.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,740, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.