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slantwise Antonyms
Opposite of slantwise
Because the opposite of slantwise shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In an oblique, sloping, or diagonal direction; at a slant.
Usage Example
"She sliced the baguette perpendicularly to create wider pieces for the bruschetta."
Strongest
perpendicularly
Strong
vertically
horizontally
straight
squarely
• adjective (Context 2)
Directed, positioned, or moving at an oblique or sloping angle rather than straight or perpendicular.
Usage Example
"The afternoon sun cast long, perpendicular shadows across the cobblestone courtyard."
Strongest
perpendicular
Strong
vertical
horizontal
straight
level
Similar words to slantwise
Words similar to slantwise shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
slantways
oblique
obliquely
aslant
slanting
diagonally
diagonal
sloping
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Slantwise. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/slantwise