Synonyms for

Angle

Verb / ˈæŋgʌl / Another word for angle — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a figure formed by two lines or rays that meet at a point

Synonyms & similar words

weight tilt angle tip fish lean slant corner bend curve turn twist inclination slope gradient pitch grade slant tilt lean cant bevel chamfer obliquity skew crookedness diagonal

Synonyms by register

Formal

aspect perspective viewpoint orientation

Informal

slant tilt way take

Literary

vista outlook

Antonyms

straight line edge side surface plane

Common collocations

  • acute angle
  • obtuse angle
  • right angle
  • angle of incidence
  • angle of reflection
  • angle of attack
  • angle grinder
  • angle bracket

Word family

noun angle
verb angle
adjective angular
adverb angularly

Usage note

While 'angle' can refer to a geometric shape, it is also commonly used metaphorically to mean a particular perspective or way of looking at something. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The cat sat in the corner at a strange angle.
  2. I used a protractor to measure the angle of the triangle.
  3. He adjusted the mirror to get a better angle.
  4. The tower was built at a slight angle to the ground.
  5. The photographer asked them to pose at a different angle.

Quotes

  • 'I have an acute angle,' explained Flatland, 'which my acute-ness makes appear like a straight line to you.' - Edwin Abbott Abbott
  • 'Life is an obtuse angle.' - James Joyce
  • 'The angle from which the line and ball are seen makes a tremendous difference in the call, and the player who is inclined to be suspicious may always find something about a close decision to cause him to believe he has been wronged.' - Billy Evans

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