What is another word for in the shape of?

Pronunciation: [ɪnðə ʃˈe͡ɪp ɒv] (IPA)

When describing the form of something, "in the shape of" is a commonly used phrase. However, there are various synonyms that can be used to provide more interesting and descriptive language. "Resembling" is a simple replacement that still conveys the same meaning. "Formed like" adds a bit more specificity to the statement. "Modeled after" implies that the shape was intentionally designed or based on something else. "Configured in the likeness of" is a more formal phrasing. "Having a figure akin to" provides a more poetic rendition. Regardless of which synonym is chosen, it is an excellent way to expand one's vocabulary and add variety to writing.

Synonyms for In the shape of:

What are the hypernyms for In the shape of?

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

    Resembling, modeled after, configured as, crafted into, fashioned as, fashioned into, formed as, molded after.

Famous quotes with In the shape of

  • Our real blessings often appear to us in the shape of pains, losses and disappointments; but let us have patience and we soon shall see them in their proper figures.
    Joseph Addison
  • A gold book, fastened together in the shape of a book by wires of the same metal, had been dug up in the northern part of the state of New York, and along with the book an enormous pair of gold spectacles!
    Charles Anthon
  • Their houses are all built in the shape of tents, with very high chimneys.
    Christopher Columbus
  • Who, then, will govern? The answer must be, Man - for we have no angels in the shape of men, as yet, who are willing to take charge of our political affairs.
    Andrew Johnson
  • A sculptor is a person who is interested in the shape of things, a poet in words, a musician by sounds.
    Henry Moore

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