Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sinistrality

Noun
/sɪnɪsˈtræl.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The preference for using the left hand or the left side of the body.
Examples
  • His sinistrality made it challenging for him to use tools designed for right-handed people.
  • In some cultures, sinistrality has been viewed with suspicion or stigma.
  • Studies show that sinistrality might be linked to creativity in certain individuals.
Meaning
Sinistrality refers to the condition or quality of being left-handed. It often relates to individuals who favor their left hand for tasks, as opposed to right-handed individuals.
Synonyms
  • Left-handedness
  • Left-handed
  • Gauche