Synonyms for

Angled

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

Definition

to turn or tilt something in a particular direction

Synonyms & similar words

weight tilt angle tip fish lean slant tilted slanted sloped inclined leaned pitched canted banked listed heeled tipped diagonal oblique angled-off bevelled angled-away angled-in angled-out angled-over angled-up

Synonyms by register

Formal

inclined slanted oblique skew

Informal

tilted canted on a slant

Literary

askew awry

Antonyms

straight direct level even horizontal perpendicular

Common collocations

  • angled view
  • angled shot
  • angled approach
  • angled roof
  • angled cut
  • angled surface
  • angled mirror

Word family

noun angle
verb angle
adjective angled
adverb angly

Usage note

Often used to describe something that is not straight or level, implying a specific perspective or intention. Can also refer to a geometric shape.

Example sentences

  1. The sun angled through the trees and shone on the pond.
  2. He angled his fishing rod and waited for a bite.
  3. The building was angled to catch the best sunlight.
  4. She angled her mirror to see the back of her hair.
  5. He angled his car into the tight parking spot.

Quotes

  • I just have to keep taking chances and keep playing from an angle. I don't think that I can play any other way.
  • The angle from which the line and ball are seen makes a tremendous difference in the call, and the player who is inclined to fret inwardly about decisions should realize this.
  • I don't think there's any artist of any value who doesn't doubt what they're doing.

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