well-rounded
Americanadjective
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having desirably varied abilities or attainments.
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desirably varied.
a well-rounded curriculum.
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fully developed; well-balanced.
adjective
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rounded in shape or well developed
a well-rounded figure
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full, varied, and satisfying
a well-rounded life
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well planned and balanced
a well-rounded programme
Etymology
Origin of well-rounded
First recorded in 1870–75
Example Sentences
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Saudi officials say they are still progressing toward a bigger and more well-rounded economy beyond oil, and that even accomplishing a portion of Vision 2030 will be a success.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
South Africa's performances have been well-rounded to this point.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
“The combined total of the two of them would make this complete, well-rounded and totally functional woman in the world,” Fogel says.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026
Being a well-rounded candidate has always been beneficial, says Chris Martin, lead researcher at Glassdoor.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 8, 2026
“But my counselor says I have to be well-rounded to get into a good college. Good grades aren’t everything.”
From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan
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