Definition of elliptical

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • elliptical is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • elliptical is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • elliptical is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of elliptical


  • rounded like an egg (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. egg-shaped
    2. elliptic
    3. oval
    4. oval-shaped
    5. ovate
    6. oviform
    7. ovoid
    8. prolate
  • characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the explanation was concise, even elliptical to the verge of obscurity

    Synonyms

    1. elliptic

See definition of elliptical in Merriam Webster