contoured
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kənˈtʊrd/
KK: /kɒnˈtʊrd/
adjective
Definition
Having a smooth and well-defined shape or outline.
Example
The artist created a beautiful sculpture with contoured features.
Conversation
Have you seen the new couch in the living room?
Yeah, it's really nice and has such a contoured shape.
I love how comfortable it looks, too!
Definitely, it's perfect for lounging on weekends.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shaped
curved
formed
Antonyms
flat
straight
unshaped
verb
Definition
To shape or form something, especially in a way that follows the outline or curves of an object.
Example
The artist contoured the clay to create a beautiful sculpture.
Tense Forms
Past: contoured
Past Participle: contoured
Conversation
Did you see how she contoured her face for the party?
Yeah, it looked amazing! I can't believe how much it changed her look.
I know, right? I should try to learn how to contour like that for my next event.
Root Explanation
Contoured → It is formed from "contour" (from French *contour*, meaning outline or shape) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating a past action or state). The word "contoured" means shaped or outlined in a specific way.
Memory Tip
Think of the French word for outline, 'contour', to remember that 'contoured' means shaped or outlined.
Visually Confused Words
untoured
uncontorted
conure
conred