9+ Synonyms for Oblique & Similar Words
Definition of oblique
- adjective
- slanting or inclined in direction or course or position-- neither parallel nor perpendicular nor right-angled; "the oblique rays of the winter sun"; "acute and obtuse angles are oblique angles"; "the axis of an oblique cone is not perpendicular to its base"
- indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading; "used devious means to achieve success"; "gave oblique answers to direct questions"; "oblique political maneuvers"
- noun
- any grammatical case other than the nominative
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "oblique"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bias, collateral, crabwise can replace "oblique" 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.
With 9 alternatives available, "oblique" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Oblique" in song lyrics
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"I'll snatch ya breath like a banga, stuck in your oblique"
Capital-X f/ Akir — Life -
"aponeurosis of external oblique"
AOL — AOL -
"external oblique"
AOL — AOL
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- What are synonyms for oblique?
- Synonyms for oblique include: bias, collateral, crabwise, devious, diagonal, indirect, nonparallel, sideways, catercorner.
- How many synonyms does oblique have?
- Oblique has 9 synonyms.