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all-round

[awl-round] / ˈɔlˈraʊnd /
ADJECTIVE
general
Synonyms
STRONGEST
all-around comprehensive extensive global wide-ranging
WEAK
all-inclusive broad broad-spectrum expansive extended far-reaching inclusive overall sweeping wide-reaching widespread
Antonyms
STRONGEST
limited
ADJECTIVE
versatile
Synonyms
STRONGEST
all-around multifaceted well-rounded
WEAK
adaptable all-purpose flexible many-sided protean

Example Sentences

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"Garner is a throwback, and a very pleasant one, to an all-round midfielder," said Osman, who made 437 appearances for the club in midfield between 2003 and 2016.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

"I take pride in being an all-round goalkeeper. That's why I was such a big fan of his. He didn't really have something that was clearly not the best thing in his game."

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Phil Salt's 62 and 21 from Jacks, who was the next highest scorer in a fine all-round display, were crucial.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

Named after former India all-round great Yuvraj Singh, the left-hander struck 11 fours and six sixes in scoring 110 in 65 balls against New Zealand, the highest individual knock of the tournament so far.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

“All right, Officer, I’ll go quietly,” said Gussie. all-round.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner