slant
9 synonyms for slant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A slope or tilt; a sloping surface or line.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A slope or tilt; a sloping surface or line.
“The roof has a steep slant to shed snow.”
How to use slant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a slant on the story
slant toward
a steep slant
Etymology
From late Middle English, related to a dialect word "slent," probably from Old Norse; likely influenced by the word "aslant."
Full origin of slant →Frequently asked questions
What does “slant” mean?
The word “slant” means a slope or tilt; a sloping surface or line. In plain terms, either a physical tilt, or a biased angle on how a story or fact is presented.
How do you pronounce “slant”?
“Slant” is pronounced SLAHNT (/ˈslænt/ in IPA).
How do you use “slant” in a sentence?
Here is “slant” used in a sentence: “The roof has a steep slant to shed snow.”
What is another word for “slant”?
Words with a similar meaning to “slant” include slash.
What part of speech is “slant”?
Depending on how it is used, “slant” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “slant” come from?
The word “slant” comes from Middle English. From late Middle English, related to a dialect word "slent," probably from Old Norse; likely influenced by the word "aslant.".
Is “slant” a common word?
“Slant” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “slant” have?
“Slant” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a slope or tilt; a sloping surface or line.
