slantwise Synonyms
slantwise Meaning
slantwise (r)
at a slant; moving or directed in a slantwise position or direction
slantwise (adv.)
Alt. of Slantly
slantwise Sentence Examples
- The rain fell slantwise, creating a mesmerizing pattern on the windowpane.
- The artist drew slantwise lines to convey a sense of movement and dynamism in the painting.
- The roof of the cabin was constructed slantwise to shed water efficiently.
- She held the book slantwise, trying to catch the last rays of sunlight.
- The sunlight streamed slantwise through the trees, casting intricate shadows on the forest floor.
- The photographer positioned the camera slantwise to capture an unusual angle.
- The sidewalk slanted slightly slantwise, making it difficult for pedestrians to walk smoothly.
- The wind blew slantwise, pushing the leaves into a tangled mess.
- The staircase ascended slantwise, creating a narrow and winding pathway.
- The bridge spanned the river slantwise, connecting two distant banks.
FAQs About the word slantwise
at a slant; moving or directed in a slantwise position or directionAlt. of Slantly
crooked, oblique,tilted, uneven, listing, askew, slanted, atilt, lopsided, awry
regular,straight, even, uniform, straight, regular, even, level, uniform, level
The rain fell slantwise, creating a mesmerizing pattern on the windowpane.
The artist drew slantwise lines to convey a sense of movement and dynamism in the painting.
The roof of the cabin was constructed slantwise to shed water efficiently.
She held the book slantwise, trying to catch the last rays of sunlight.
