Definition

The quality or state of having angles or sharp corners, often used to describe shapes or forms that are not smooth or rounded.

Example

The angularity of the building's design made it stand out in the city skyline.

Conversation

Have you noticed the angularity of that new building downtown?

Yeah, it really stands out compared to the others.

I think the angularity gives it a modern feel.

Absolutely! It’s refreshing to see something different.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Angularitiy → It is formed from "angular" (from Latin "angulus", meaning corner or angle) and "-ity" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or condition). The word "angularity" refers to the state or condition of having angles or corners.

Memory Tip

Think of 'angle' ('angulus') to remember that 'angularity' means the state of having angles or corners.

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