Synonyms for Lateral & Similar Words
Definition of lateral
- adjective
- situated at or extending to the side; "the lateral branches of a tree"; "shot out sidelong boughs"- Tennyson
- lying away from the median and sagittal plane of a body; "lateral lemniscus"
- noun
- a pass to a receiver upfield from the passer
2 synonyms found
Writing tips for "lateral"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like distal, sidelong can replace "lateral" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Lateral" in song lyrics
See how lateral is used in real songs:
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"But A-capital glaciers out the east slide lateral"
Aesop Rock — Same Space -
"My jet suns, spazzle, dazzle you lateral"
Afu-Ra f/ A-Sun, Ca-See, Respect — Perverted Monks -
"Habitual offender, Exodus lateral"
Bronze Nazareth f/ Salute — McKinley Shot Burst
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- What are synonyms for lateral?
- Synonyms for lateral include: distal, sidelong.
- How many synonyms does lateral have?
- Lateral has 2 synonyms.