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crosswise Antonyms

Opposite of crosswise

Because the opposite of crosswise shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

Across; transversely, diagonally, or in the form of a cross.

Usage Example

"Slice the baguette lengthwise into thin rounds before toasting."

Strongest
lengthwise
lengthways
longitudinally

• adjective (Context 2)

Placed, extending, or moving across something else, either diagonally or at right angles.

Usage Example

"The carpenter reinforced the wooden frame with two lengthwise beams."

Strongest
lengthwise
longitudinal
Strong
parallel

• adverb (Context 3)

Contrary to what is expected or desired; at cross purposes or in conflict.

Usage Example

"Their reform plans went harmoniously with the board's conservative budget."

Strongest
harmoniously
Strong
smoothly

Similar words to crosswise

Words similar to crosswise shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

crossways
transversely
transverse
contrarily
diagonally
awry
diagonal
athwart
See all synonyms of crosswise

• Nearby Words

crosstalk
crossways
crosswind
crosswise
crotchety
crouch
croupy

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Crosswise. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/crosswise
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