Synonyms for annular

Most common

ring-shaped · oval · circular · ringed · annulated

Synonyms by meaning

Adjective

Definitions

1. adj. 1

   Pertaining to, or having the form of, a ring: in the shape of an annulus.

   Near-synonyms: oval; round; toroid

2. adj. 2

   Banded or marked with circles.

Related words

Word family

annularity annual

Phrases

annular gap junction

Example sentences

• oval The stirrup rests on the oval window of the inner ear.
• circular Grandma knit the sweater's yoke on circular needles.
• ringed Today, a nation ringed by walls would only imprison itself.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

4 letters

oval²

5 letters

round¹

6 letters

ringed¹

7 letters

rounded²

8 letters

circular³, annulate

9 letters

annulated, circinate

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (oval² = 2 syllables).