1. having the shape of a sphere or nearly spherical; resembling a ball or globe
Usage: often used in scientific contexts

Examples

• The Earth is spheroidal rather than perfectly spherical.
• The bacteria had a spheroidal shape under the microscope.
• The architect designed a spheroidal dome for the observatory.
• Water droplets naturally form spheroidal shapes due to surface tension.
• The planet’s spheroidal form was clearly visible in the telescope.
• The artist created a spheroidal sculpture from polished marble.