angularity: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C2Formal, Technical
Quick answer
What does “angularity” mean?
The quality or state of having angles or sharp corners.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
The quality or state of having angles or sharp corners; the condition of being angular.
A stiff, awkward, or ungraceful manner in movement or appearance; a lack of smoothness or fluidity.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage. Spelling is consistent.
Connotations
Slightly more common in British architectural and design criticism.
Frequency
Low frequency in both varieties, with marginally higher occurrence in UK technical writing.
Grammar
How to Use “angularity” in a Sentence
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Collocations
Examples
Examples of “angularity” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The angularity measurements were crucial for the engineer.
- She disliked the angularity aesthetic of the new building.
American English
- The angularity data was key for the engineer.
- He critiqued the angularity look of the new sculpture.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare. Might appear in design or product description contexts.
Academic
Used in geometry, physics, architecture, art history, and literary criticism.
Everyday
Very rare in casual conversation.
Technical
Common in geometry, engineering design, and architectural analysis.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “angularity”
- Using 'angularity' to mean 'having many different aspects' (confusion with 'multi-angular').
- Misspelling as 'anguliarity' or 'angulartiy'.
- Overusing the metaphorical sense in technical writing.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a low-frequency word used primarily in formal, academic, or technical contexts.
Yes, but metaphorically. It suggests someone is awkward, harsh, stiff, or lacking in social grace.
'Angular' is an adjective (an angular face). 'Angularity' is the noun form describing the quality of being angular.
No, there is no standard verb 'to angularity' or 'to angularise'. The related verb is 'to angle' (to place at an angle), which has a different meaning.
The quality or state of having angles or sharp corners.
Angularity is usually formal, technical in register.
Angularity: in British English it is pronounced /ˌæŋɡjʊˈlærəti/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌæŋɡjəˈlærəti/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[No common idioms specifically for 'angularity']”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of ANGEL trying to sit on a sharp ANGLE – it's awkward and lacks grace, showing ANGULARITY.
Conceptual Metaphor
PERSONALITY IS SHAPE (An angular personality is harsh, awkward, or uncompromising).
Practice
Quiz
In which context is 'angularity' LEAST likely to be used?