What does obliquely mean?
Obliquely means In an oblique manner; sideways..
Obliquely
/əˈbliːkli/ · adverb
Meaning
In an oblique manner; sideways..
Example Sentences
Then, advancing obliquely towards us, came a fifth.
Finally I descended the hill, obliquely, towards the trees I had seen.
Somewhere, I had received the impression that Fine Folks were people who did the best they could with the sense they had, but Aunt Alexandra was of the opinion, obliquely expressed, that the longer a family had been squatting on one patch of land the finer it was.
Synonyms for obliquely
Antonyms for obliquely
Related Words
Word Forms
- more obliquely
- most obliquely
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for obliquely?
Common synonyms include athwart, sidelong, aslant, sideways.
What is the opposite of obliquely?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use obliquely in a sentence?
Then, advancing obliquely towards us, came a fifth.
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