well-rounded

/ˌwel ˈraʊndɪd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌwel ˈraʊndɪd/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈwel-ˈrau̇n-dəd How to pronounce well-rounded (audio)/ (ame, mw)

well-rounded — adjective

1. showing strength in several important areas rather than only one, because a pers

1.形容詞C1
釋義

showing strength in several important areas rather than only one, because a person, course, or experience includes different skills, interests, kinds of knowledge, or practical experience.

例句

Jude became a well-rounded teacher after coaching sports and directing school plays.

common collocation: well-rounded teacher / person

The college wants well-rounded students who volunteer, study hard, and work in teams.

common collocation: well-rounded student

同義詞
  • versatile

    stresses being able to do many different tasks; 'well-rounded' also suggests balanced development

  • balanced

    focuses more on proportion and steadiness than on range of skills or experience

  • all-round

    close in meaning, but more informal and more common in British English

  • multitalented

    highlights natural gifts; 'well-rounded' often points to experience and character too

反義詞
  • narrow

    limited to one area of interest or experience

  • one-sided

    developed strongly in one direction but weak in others

  • limited

    lacking breadth of knowledge, skill, or experience

用法筆記

Most often used for people, students, courses, or training that develop more than one strength. It suggests balance as well as breadth, so it is stronger than simply saying someone has many skills.

常見錯誤

❌She is well-rounded at math.
✅She is good at math.
💡'well-rounded' describes strength across several areas, not ability in one subject.
❌The plate is well-rounded.
✅The plate is round.
💡this adjective usually describes balanced people, education, or experience, not physical shape.