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Shape (Noun)

Meaning¹

A concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept; "a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Meaning²

The visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate cast of his features".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

Form
Cast

Hypernyms

Appearance

Related Words

Meaning³

Any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

The city's skyline was dominated by the unique shapes of the skyscrapers.
She carefully cut out different shapes from the colored paper to make a collage.
The rocks on the beach came in all shapes and sizes, smooth and rough.
The silhouettes of the trees against the sunset created beautiful shapes.
The children's playroom was filled with blocks and toys of various shapes and colors.

Synonyms

Hypernyms

Spatiality

Hyponyms

Related Words

Shape (verb)

Meaning⁴

The supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe.

Classification

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

Synonyms

Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe

Hypernyms

High Command

Meaning⁵

The state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape').

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

Condition

Hypernyms

Good Health

Hyponyms

Fitness

Meaning⁶

The spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape".

Classification

Unique beginner for nouns.

Examples

The vase's delicate shape complemented the arrangement of flowers.
The new smartphone has a sleek and modern shape that fits comfortably in the hand.
The intricate shape of the snowflake was a marvel of natural beauty.
The shape of the galaxy was a subject of much debate among astronomers.
The ancient temple's shape was influenced by the geometric patterns of the time.

Synonyms

Form

Hyponyms

Meaning⁷

Alternative names for the body of a human being; "Leonardo studied the human body"; "he has a strong physique"; "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak".

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

She took pride in maintaining a healthy shape through regular exercise and a balanced diet.
His athletic shape was evident in the way he effortlessly ran the marathon.
After years of inactivity, she had lost her shape and was determined to get back in form.
He was admired for his robust shape, which allowed him to tackle physically demanding tasks with ease.
As a fashion model, her slender shape was an asset, but she struggled with the pressure to maintain it.

Meaning⁸

A perceptual structure; "the composition presents problems for students of musical form"; "a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between them".