sloping
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for sloping, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Rising or falling at an angle; slanted.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use sloping
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sloping roof
sloping ground
Frequently asked questions
What does “sloping” mean?
The word “sloping” means rising or falling at an angle; slanted. In plain terms, set at an angle, rising or falling rather than flat.
How do you pronounce “sloping”?
“Sloping” is pronounced SLOH-pihng (/ˈsloʊpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sloping” in a sentence?
Here is “sloping” used in a sentence: “The house sits on a sloping hillside.”
What part of speech is “sloping”?
“Sloping” is an adjective.
Is “sloping” a common word?
“Sloping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
