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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She counsels patients to focus on a well-rounded diet versus individual ingredients that may be in American food versus European food.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
Byrne said Keyser is “an experienced commercial leader who brings deep knowledge across all aspects of Verra Mobility’s business and a well-rounded perspective to the role.”
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
Leger-Walker went from a flashy three-point scorer at Washington State to a well-rounded player who can add energy to the Sparks’ bench.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 12, 2026
South Africa's performances have been well-rounded to this point.
From BBC ● Mar. 3, 2026
Today she was talking about how well-rounded certain historical figures were, begging us to become “Renaissance men or women.”
From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben
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