Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sidewards
Adverb
/ˈsaɪd.wɚdz/
Definition
Moving or directed toward the side; laterally.
Examples
- The cat turned sidewards to watch the birds outside.
- She took a sideward step to avoid the puddle.
- The dancer gracefully moved sidewards across the stage.
Meaning
The term ‘sidewards’ refers to a movement or position that is toward the side rather than forward or backward. It is often used to describe a shift or turn from the center or main direction.
Synonyms
- Laterally
- Sideways
- Obliquely
