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Another word for transversely

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• adverb (Context 1)

In a transverse manner; in a direction lying or extending across something, especially at right angles to the long axis.

Usage Example

"The botanist sliced the plant stem crosswise to examine the vascular bundles under a microscope."

Strongest
crosswise
crossways
Strong
athwart
perpendicularly
laterally

Opposites of transversely

The opposite of transversely shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

longitudinally
lengthwise
lengthways
axially
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• Nearby Words

transsexuality
transshipment
transverse
transversely
transvestism
transvestite
transwoman

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Transversely. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/transversely
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