circum- (Meaning)
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circum- ()
A Latin preposition, used as a prefix in many English words, and signifying around or about.
Synonyms & Antonyms of circum-
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
circum- Sentence Examples
- The circumnavigation of the globe remains a monumental achievement in the history of exploration.
- To solve the puzzle, one must carefully analyze the circumstances surrounding the crime.
- The circumstantial evidence pointed towards the suspect's guilt, but further investigation was needed.
- The circumflex accent adds a distinct pronunciation to certain letters in various languages.
- Navigating through the circumambient fog proved challenging for the sailors.
- The circumvention of rules often leads to consequences that cannot be avoided.
- She felt a sense of circumlocution in his speech, as if he were intentionally avoiding the topic.
- The circumaural headphones provided excellent noise isolation, blocking out external sounds completely.
- The circumstellar disk surrounding the young star was a hotbed for planet formation.
- Despite facing circumstantial setbacks, they persevered and ultimately achieved their goals.
FAQs About the word circum-
A Latin preposition, used as a prefix in many English words, and signifying around or about.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The circumnavigation of the globe remains a monumental achievement in the history of exploration.
To solve the puzzle, one must carefully analyze the circumstances surrounding the crime.
The circumstantial evidence pointed towards the suspect's guilt, but further investigation was needed.
The circumflex accent adds a distinct pronunciation to certain letters in various languages.
