Conical
As an Adjective
- Describing a shape that tapers smoothly from a base to a point, resembling a cone.
- Having a circular base and gradually narrowing to a tip, often used to describe certain objects or structures.
As Other Form
- Cone (Noun): A three-dimensional shape with a flat circular base and a single curved side tapering to a point.
Word History
The word conical is derived from the Greek word konos, meaning “cone,” which refers to the cone-like shape. The Latin form of the word, conicus, also referred to something shaped like a cone. Over time, the term was adopted to describe any object or shape that has this tapering, cone-like structure.
Examples
- The conical shape of the mountain peak made it easily recognizable.
- The conical roof of the building stood out against the skyline.
- She used a conical flask for the experiment to allow for easier mixing of the liquids.
Synonyms
Cone-shaped, tapering, pyramidal, funnel-shaped
Recent Examples on Web
- “The conical design of the traffic cone helps it stay upright even in strong winds.”
- “A conical structure was built at the center of the park to serve as a viewing tower.”
Related Words
Tapered, pointed, cylindrical, pyramid
Antonyms
Flat, level, square, cubic
