Obliquer: meaning, definitions and examples

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obliquer

 

[ ษ™หˆbliหk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

geometry

The term 'oblique' refers to a line or angle that is not perpendicular or parallel to a given line or surface. In geometry, this describes angles that are neither acute nor right, emphasizing their unique, slanted nature.

Synonyms

angled, inclined, slanted.

Examples of usage

  • The oblique angle created an intriguing shape in the design.
  • She drew an oblique line to connect the two points.
  • The triangle had one oblique angle, making it non-right.
Context #2 | Adjective

communication

In communication, 'oblique' can describe a method of indirect expression or suggestion. It implies a subtle way of conveying a message that is not straightforward, often requiring interpretation.

Synonyms

indirect, insinuating, veiled.

Examples of usage

  • His oblique remarks made it hard to understand his true feelings.
  • She had an oblique manner of giving advice.
  • The film uses oblique storytelling to engage the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "obliquer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น oblรญquo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเฅเค•เคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schrรคg

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ miring

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพัะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skoล›ny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‚พๆ–œใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท oblique

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ oblicuo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eฤŸik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„์Šค๋“ฌํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงุฆู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกikmรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกikmรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ€พๆ–œ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nagnjen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรกld

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะธัั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ แƒแƒฎแƒœแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ meyilli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ oblicuo

Etymology

The word 'oblique' originates from the Latin adjective 'obliquus', which means 'slanting, sloped, or sideways'. It has been used in English since the late Middle Ages, around the 14th century, primarily in a geometric context. The term retained its mathematical connotation, referring to angles not equal to 90 degrees. Over time, its usage expanded into various fields, including literary and rhetorical contexts, where it describes indirect or obfuscated communication. The versatility of 'oblique' reflects its adaptability across disciplines, indicating both angular shapes and nuanced expressions.