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Definition of slantingly

slantingly

/ˈslæn.tɪŋ.li/
slant · ing · ly
Adjective:slanting
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• adverb

1

In a sloping, oblique, or diagonal direction or manner; at an angle that is neither horizontal nor vertical.

Example

"The late afternoon sun shone slantingly through the tall windows of the library."

2

In an indirect, circuitous, or biased manner rather than straightforwardly.

Example

"The essay approached the controversial topic slantingly, relying on subtle irony rather than direct critique."

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• Rhymes for slantingly

• Nearby Words

slangy
slant
slanted
slantingly
slantways
slantwise
slanty

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slantingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slantingly
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