What is another word for diagonal?

131 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ da͡ɪˈaɡənə͡l], [ da‍ɪˈaɡənə‍l], [ d_aɪ__ˈa_ɡ_ə_n_əl]

Diagonal is a term used to describe a line or direction that is slanted or inclined. Synonyms for the word diagonal include oblique, slanted, tilted, skewed, leaning, bevelled, and canted. These words can be used interchangeably depending on the context of the sentence. Oblique is a term that is often used to describe something that is neither vertical nor horizontal but slanted at an angle. Slanted is a word that is used alike with oblique, tilted, or leaned. Skewed is another synonym for diagonal and it refers to a line that is not straight but deviates from the straightness. The word leaning can also be used to describe something that is diagonal, canted means inclined diagonally.

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How to use "Diagonal" in context?

One of the most common geometry terms is "diagonal." What does it mean? Let's explore. A diagonal is a line that runs directly opposite another line, like the ones in your hand. Why is this important? Well, diagonals play a big role in many geometry problems - like constructing a rectangle or a square. For example, in rectangles, you can draw a diagonal from the bottom-left corner to the top-right corner. Doing so creates a rectangle with an extra corner - perfect for holding something, like a pillow.

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