Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aslant

adverb
/əˈslænt/
Definition
Towards one side; slanting or oblique.
Examples
  • She looked at the painting aslant, appreciating its unique perspective.
  • The roof was designed to be aslant to allow rainwater to flow off easily.
Meaning
When something is positioned at an angle rather than directly horizontal or vertical, it can be described as being aslant.
Synonyms
  • askew
  • slanted
  • oblique
  • sideways