Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ropelike

Adjective
/ˈroʊp.laɪk/
Definition
Resembling a rope in shape, texture, or appearance.
Examples
  • The vines in the garden grew ropelike, winding around the trellis.
  • He had a ropelike physique, built from years of intense training.
  • The artist depicted a ropelike figure in his sculpture, emphasizing its fluid movement.
Meaning
The term ‘ropelike’ describes something that has qualities similar to a rope, such as being long, flexible, or cylindrical.
Synonyms
  • Stringy
  • Cordlike
  • Flexible