Tilt Definition & Meaning
tilt
- noun
- a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances
- a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement; "they were involved in a violent argument"
- a slight but noticeable partiality; "the court's tilt toward conservative rulings"
- the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical; "the tower had a pronounced tilt"; "the ship developed a list to starboard"; "he walked with a heavy inclination to the right"
- pitching dangerously to one side
- verb
- to incline or bend from a vertical position; "She leaned over the banister"
- heel over; "The tower is tilting"; "The ceiling is slanting"
- move sideways or in an unsteady way; "The ship careened out of control"
- charge with a tilt
"Tilt" in song lyrics
See how tilt is used in real songs:
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"And the only thing changed is my cars and my tilt"
Above the Law — 1996 -
"at full tilt"
Aceyalone — Mr. Outsider -
"Mind so heavy hope the bed don't tilt"
Aceyalone — Not When You Get Down
Words that rhyme with tilt
Usage tips for "tilt"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tilt" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tilt to find words that pair well.
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