well-rounded

[wel-roun-did]

adjective

1. having desirably varied abilities or attainments.

2. desirably varied.

   a well-rounded curriculum.

3. fully developed; well-balanced.

well-rounded

adjective

1. rounded in shape or well developed

   a well-rounded figure

2. full, varied, and satisfying

   a well-rounded life

3. well planned and balanced

   a well-rounded programme

Word History and Origins

Origin of well-rounded¹

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

Though the batting was a struggle, England proved once again that they have one of the most well-rounded bowling attacks to compete in these conditions.

From BBC

Just add it to a plate for something well-rounded and gorgeous.

From Salon

The organization has a well-rounded slate of programming this fall, as well as a new podcast, which you can follow on Instagram.

From Los Angeles Times

And she said, despite her academic achievements, she was "well-rounded".

From BBC

Up there among the fastest in the squad, the 27-year-old also is a brave and clever defender, developing a well-rounded game since the last World Cup.

From BBC

Related Words

• all-around 
• excellent 
• versatile