Sinistrous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɪnɪstɹəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Sinistrous is an adjective meaning (archaic) On the left side; inclined to the left; sinistral.
Meaning
(archaic) On the left side; inclined to the left; sinistral.
More Meanings
- (archaic) wrong, sinister, absurd, or perverse
Example Sentences
sinistrous gravity
But even put them into the hands of a knave or a fool , and yet , with the most sinistrous and absurd choice , he shall not extinguish the light of any one chapter.
Antonyms for sinistrous
Common opposites include dextrous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sinistral, sinister, dextral, sinical, left-hand, dextrorse.
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