Definition

Adverb 1. In a diagonal direction or manner: Moving, placed, or oriented along a line connecting two non-adjacent corners or angles; not horizontal or vertical. 2. From one corner to the opposite corner: Extending across a space or object from one corner to the far corner.

Usage

The adverb "diagonally" describes the direction or orientation of an action, movement, or position. It is used to indicate a slanted line or path that is at an angle to the horizontal and vertical axes.

Examples

• The path cut diagonally across the field.
• Please cut the sandwich diagonally to make triangles.
• The stripes on his tie run diagonally.
• She placed the tiles diagonally to create a more interesting pattern.

Advanced Usage

• "To be placed/arranged diagonally": Describes objects positioned at a slant.
  • The paintings were hung diagonally on the gallery wall for a dynamic effect.
• "To move/run diagonally": Describes movement in a slanted line.
  • The bishop in chess moves diagonally across the board.

Variants and Related Words

• Diagonal (Adjective): Slanting; connecting two non-adjacent corners.
  • He drew a diagonal line.
• Diagonal (Noun): A straight line joining two opposite corners.
  • The diagonal of a square is longer than its sides.

Synonyms

• Obliquely: In a slanting direction; not straight or direct.
• On a slant: At an angle; not level or upright.
• Crosswise: So as to cross something; transversely.

Antonyms

• Horizontally: In a direction parallel to the horizon; flat.
• Vertically: In a direction perpendicular to the horizon; upright.
• Straight: In a direct line; without a curve or angle.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• "Diagonally opposite": Located directly across from something at an angle, not directly facing.
  • Our house is diagonally opposite the park's main entrance.

Adverb

1. in a diagonal manner
   • she lives diagonally across the street from us