Definitions

roundabout

[round-uh-bout, round-uh-bout, round-uh-bout] / ˌraʊnd əˈbaʊt, ˈraʊnd əˌbaʊt, ˈraʊnd əˌbaʊt /

ADJECTIVE

indirect

Synonyms

STRONG

circular collateral oblique

WEAK

ambiguous circuitous circumlocutory deviating devious discursive evasive meandering obliquitous periphrastic taking the long way tortuous

Antonyms

STRONG

direct

WEAK

honest straightforward

Example Sentences

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This Atlantic Theater Company & Roundabout Theatre production, directed by Knud Adams, had a critically touted Broadway run, receiving four Tony nominations, including best play.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

The A90 in Aberdeen has been closed between Cleanhill Roundabout and the Stonehaven Roundabout, with Police Scotland urging drivers to avoid the area.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

Ashley, who has been named artistic director of Roundabout Theatre Company, leaves his post at the end of the year.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

Police want to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash, which happened between the junction of Gipsy Lane and the Griff Roundabout.

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2024

The Saturn Rings Roundabout Motel was located beneath an overpass on Route 22.

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben

roundabout

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