Top synonyms for “lengthwise”: lengthways, lengthways, longitudinally, longways, longwise, axial, end-to-end, fore-and-aft, and 3 more below.
Definitions
- (adjective)running or extending in the direction of the length of a thing“the lengthwise dimension”
- (adverb)in the direction of the length“He cut the paper lengthwise”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "lengthwise"?
Common synonyms for "lengthwise" include lengthways, lengthways, longitudinally, longways, longwise, axial. Our thesaurus lists 11 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "lengthwise"?
Antonyms for "lengthwise" include crosswise. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "lengthwise" mean?
running or extending in the direction of the length of a thing Example: "the lengthwise dimension"
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