What is another word for circularly?

Pronunciation: [sˈɜːkjʊləli] (IPA)

Circularly is an adverb that means in a circular or cyclic manner. Some synonyms for circularly include rotatively, orbitally, circumferentially, revolvably, and spirally. These words all suggest movement in a circular pattern or motion around a central point. Rotatively and orbitally suggest a more regular, predictable movement, while circumferentially and spirally suggest a more irregular, curving motion. Revolvably suggests a movement that is more repetitive or predictable. All of these words suggest a circular motion that is not necessarily linear or straight, but rather follows a path or cycle that is circular in shape.

What are the hypernyms for Circularly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Circularly

The venous canal of Schlemm runs circularly around the eyeball at the line of junction of the sclerotic and cornea.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The skin is cut through circularly above the fetlock and slit up to beneath the pelvic bones on the inner side of the thigh.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
In others it splits circularly, that is, transversely across the middle, the lower half forming a shallow cup with a very narrow rim, or in other cases it is closely fitted against the stem, while the upper half remains on the cap and is broken up into patches or warts.
"Studies of American Fungi. Mushrooms, Edible, Poisonous, etc."
George Francis Atkinson

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