Definition

Describing someone or something that is round and often plump in shape.

Example

The rotund man laughed heartily at the joke.

Conversation

Have you seen that new cat video going around?

Yeah, the cat is so rotund and cute!

I can't believe how much it rolls around.

I know, right? It’s like a little fluffy ball!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rotund is derived from the Latin "rotundus" (meaning round or circular). The word describes something that is shaped like a circle or sphere, emphasizing its roundness.

Memory Tip

Picture something that is perfectly round, like a ball, to remember that 'rotund' means round.

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