Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sidewise
adverb
/ˈsaɪdˌwaɪz/
Definition
In a direction that is sideways or to one side.
Examples
- The cat moved sidewise to avoid the puddle.
- He glanced sidewise at his companion while they were walking.
- She took a sidewise step to let the group pass by.
Meaning
The term ‘sidewise’ refers to movement or position that is lateral or sideways, rather than forward or backward.
Synonyms
- sideways
- laterally
- obliquely
