horizonal

/hɔːrɪˈzɒnl/

Definitions

1. adjective

lying or extending in a direction from left to right, or from one side of the body to the other.

“The horizontal lines in the painting created a sense of balance and harmony.”

2. adverb

in a horizontal direction; from left to right or from one side of the body to the other.

“The plane flew horizontally for several hours before reaching its destination.”

3. noun

a line or surface that is parallel to the horizon, especially in the context of navigation or geography.

“The captain used the horizontal to estimate the ship’s position at sea.”

Synonyms

  • level
  • plane

Antonyms

  • diagonal
  • vertical