Diagonally: meaning, definitions and examples

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diagonally

 

[ ˌdaɪˈæɡənəli ]

Adverb / Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adverb

moving direction

In a diagonal manner; at an angle.

Examples of usage

  • It's easier to cut the cake diagonally.
  • The parking spaces are arranged diagonally.
Context #2 | Adjective

shape

In a slanting direction not parallel to the sides of a rectangle or other straight-sided shape.

Examples of usage

  • A diagonal line across the square.
  • The tablecloth had a diagonal pattern.
Context #3 | Noun

mathematics

A straight line that is at an angle to the horizontal or vertical.

Examples of usage

  • The diagonal of a square is longer than its side.
  • She drew a diagonal through the points on the graph.

Translations

Translations of the word "diagonally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 diagonalmente

🇮🇳 तिरछे

🇩🇪 diagonal

🇮🇩 secara diagonal

🇺🇦 по діагоналі

🇵🇱 po przekątnej

🇯🇵 斜めに (ななめに)

🇫🇷 diagonalement

🇪🇸 diagonalmente

🇹🇷 diyagonal olarak

🇰🇷 대각선으로 (daegakseon-euro)

🇸🇦 بشكل مائل

🇨🇿 diagonálně

🇸🇰 diagonálne

🇨🇳 对角地 (duìjiǎo de)

🇸🇮 diagonalno

🇮🇸 á ská

🇰🇿 диагональ бойынша

🇬🇪 დიაგონალურად

🇦🇿 diqonal olaraq

🇲🇽 diagonalmente

Etymology

The word 'diagonally' is derived from the Latin word 'diagonalis', which means 'from angle to angle'. The concept of diagonal lines has been used in various fields such as mathematics, art, and design. In mathematics, diagonals play a crucial role in geometry, especially in shapes like squares and rectangles. In art and design, diagonal lines are often used to create visual interest and movement in compositions. Overall, the term 'diagonally' has a rich history and has been an important element in various disciplines.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,157, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.