Sphere Definition

sphere
noun
  1. a particular environment or walk of life; "his social sphere is limited"; "it was a closed area of employment"; "he's out of my orbit"
  2. any spherically shaped artifact
  3. the geographical area in which one nation is very influential
  4. a particular aspect of life or activity; "he was helpless in an important sector of his life"
  5. a solid figure bounded by a spherical surface (including the space it encloses)
  6. a three-dimensional closed surface such that every point on the surface is equidistant from the center
  7. the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected

"Sphere" in song lyrics

See how sphere is used in real songs:

  • "To the top of the globe but a globe is a sphere"
    The 49ers — Earth's Rotation
  • "It's normal round here I inhale in a rhyme sphere"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ G-Side 1, Kevlaar 7 — Foul Mouth Bugsy
  • "Granddaddy of that half street spiritual sphere"
    Chief Kamachi — Love 4 the Craft

Usage tips for "sphere"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sphere" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sphere to find words that pair well.

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