Tiltedly: meaning, definitions and examples

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tiltedly

[ˈtɪltɪdli ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

In a tilted or slanted manner; not level or straight.

Word	Description / Examples
tiltedly	Used when describing something that is positioned at an angle, often in an adverbial form but not commonly used in everyday speech. The picture hung tiltedly on the wall. She looked at him tiltedly.
slanted	Suitable for describing something that leans at an angle; can also imply bias in information, making it negative in that context. The roof was slanted to allow rainwater to flow off. The report was slanted to favor one side.
askew	Used when something is not straight or in its correct position; often implies a sense of disarray or imperfection. His glasses were askew after the fall. The curtains hung askew.
tilted	Describes something positioned at an angle; can be used in both literal and figurative contexts. The lamp was tilted to better illuminate the book. She tilted her head in curiosity.
slantingly	Used when describing something at an angle or with a tilt, but like 'tiltedly,' it is not commonly used in everyday speech. The sun shone slantingly through the blinds. He glanced slantingly at the note.

The word 'tiltedly' derives from the verb 'tilt,' which has roots in Middle English and can be traced back to the Old Norse word 'tilda,' meaning 'to incline or slope.'
The suffix '-ly' is commonly used in English to convert adjectives into adverbs, indicating how something is done.
The use of word formations like 'tiltedly' showcases the English language's ability to adapt and expand its vocabulary over centuries.

Artists often use tilted perspectives, known as 'Dutch angles,' to create a sense of unease or tension in their work.
Many famous paintings, like Van Gogh’s 'The Bedroom,' utilize tilted elements to convey emotion or to focus the viewer's attention.
Tilted compositions in photography can add dynamism to an image, provoking intrigue about the subject matter.

Perceptual tilt can influence how we interpret the world: things that are tilted may appear more engaging or interesting due to their deviation from the norm.
Studies in cognitive psychology suggest that our brains are wired to recognize patterns, so tilted objects can create a sense of disarray, prompting further analysis.
In mood and emotion contexts, people may describe their feelings as 'tilted' when they sense a skewed reality or perspective on a situation.

Using 'tiltedly' in sentences can add flavor, painting a picture of a moment, as in, 'She looked at him tiltedly, unsure of how to react.'
The word conveys not just the physical aspect of something being tilted, but also has metaphorical uses, such as a 'tilted' opinion in a discussion.
In conversational English, the word 'tiltedly' can emphasize an alternative viewpoint, enriching dialogues.

Literature often describes settings or characters in ways that suggest tilt—think of a protagonist whose life is 'tilted' due to unexpected events.
Poetic descriptions employing 'tilted' imagery can evoke feelings that reflect characters' struggles, such as 'tilted perspectives of reality.'
Writers use the idea of tilt to symbolize differences in perception and reality, crafting narratives that explore the complexities of emotion and thought.

Translations of the word "tiltedly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inclinadamente

🇮🇳 झुका हुआ ढंग से

🇩🇪 schräg

🇮🇩 miring

🇺🇦 похилено

🇵🇱 pochylnie

🇯🇵 傾いて

🇫🇷 incliné

🇪🇸 inclinadamente

🇹🇷 eğik

🇰🇷 기울어져

🇸🇦 بميل

🇨🇿 šikmo

🇸🇰 naklonene

🇨🇳 倾斜地

🇸🇮 nagnjeno

🇮🇸 hallað

🇰🇿 еңкейіңкіреп

🇬🇪 დახრილი

🇦🇿 meğilli

🇲🇽 inclinadamente