circular

circolare, rotondo

A forma di cerchio, oppure che si muove lungo un percorso circolare.

In inglese semplice: Shaped like a circle, or moving along a path shaped like a circle.

• We sat at a circular table.
• Stir the mixture with a circular motion.
• The walk follows a circular route through the woods.

Sinonimi: round

Espressioni comuni: circular table, circular motion, circular route

circolare

Che cerca di dimostrare un’idea usando la stessa idea, oppure torna al punto iniziale senza trovare una risposta.

In inglese semplice: Using an idea to prove itself, or repeatedly referring back to the starting point without reaching an answer.

• That is a circular argument.
• His circular reasoning never explains why the rule is fair.
• The formula failed because it contained a circular reference.

Sinonimi: self-referential

Espressioni comuni: circular reasoning, circular argument, circular reference

circolare

Avviso, pubblicità o istruzioni stampati e inviati a molte persone.

In inglese semplice: A printed notice, advertisement, or instruction sent to many people.

• The school sent a circular to parents.
• An advertising circular arrived with the mail.
• Staff received two circulars about the new rules.

Sinonimi: notice, flyer, leaflet

Espressioni comuni: send a circular, official circular, advertising circular