Circle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Circle
Circle (noun)
- ring, halo
- a closed plane curve every point of which is equidistant from a fixed point within the curve
- the plane surface bounded by such a curve
Circle (verb)
- to enclose in or as if in a circle
- to move or revolve around
- to move in or as if in a circle
Circle (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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something with a perfectly round circumference
"a circle of columns surrounds the memorial to the fallen heroes"
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a circular strip
"a decorative circle of silver on the rim of the commemorative plate for their 25th wedding anniversary"
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a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
"got together with her social circle once a week"
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a series of events or actions that repeat themselves regularly and in the same order
"with the birth of a child coming so soon after the death of a grandparent, we were once again reminded of the circle of life"
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a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
"that lies outside the circle of our investigation"
Circle (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to form a circle around
"everyone circled the lectern and waited their turn to read from the Bible"
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to travel completely around
"with a look of extreme frustration, the commander circled the new recruit"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Circle
The most common words with a similar meaning to Circle:
Near Antonyms of Circle
Word Forms of Circle
Inflections: circled, circling
Derived words: circler (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Circle
Middle English cercle, from Anglo-French, from Latin circulus, diminutive of circus circle, circus, from or akin to Greek krikos, kirkos ring; akin to Old English hring ring ring
First known use: 14th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Circle
- CEFR level: A2 English Vocabulary — Page 3
- Topics: Science & Research
Words & Phrases Containing Circle
Frequently Asked Questions about Circle
What does "Circle" mean?
"Circle" means ring, halo. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: ring, halo. It has 7 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Circle"?
Other words for "Circle" include cirque, ring, round, roundel, band, eye, hoop and loop. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Circle" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Circle"?
There are 176 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Circle". Common alternatives include cirque, ring, round, roundel, band, eye, hoop, loop, body and bunch.
How do you use "Circle" in a sentence?
Examples of "Circle" in a sentence: "a circle of columns surrounds the memorial to the fallen heroes"; "a decorative circle of silver on the rim of the commemorative plate for their 25th wedding anniversary"; "got together with her social circle once a week".
Is "Circle" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Circle" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Circle" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A2-level word, "Circle" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.
How do you pronounce "Circle"?
"Circle" is pronounced /ˈsər-kəl/ and divided into syllables as cir·cle.
What is the origin of the word "Circle"?
"Circle" comes from Middle English cercle, from Anglo-French, from Latin circulus, diminutive of circus circle, circus, from or akin to Greek krikos, kirkos ring; akin to Old English hring ring ring. First known use: 14th century.