The Opposite(Antonym) of “horizontal”
The antonym of horizontal are vertical, upright, and perpendicular. The antonyms vertical, upright, and perpendicular convey a different orientation or direction.
Explore all Antonyms of “horizontal”
Definitions and Examples of vertical, upright, perpendicular
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
At a right angle to the plane of the horizon; upright.
Example
The skyscraper was so tall that it seemed to touch the vertical sky.
Erect or vertical, as in position or posture.
Example
He stood upright with his shoulders back and his head held high.
At an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane, or surface.
Example
The ladder was leaning perpendicular to the wall, making it difficult to climb.
Key Differences: vertical vs upright vs perpendicular
- 1Vertical refers to something that is at a right angle to the plane of the horizon.
- 2Upright describes something that is erect or vertical in position or posture.
- 3Perpendicular refers to something that is at an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane, or surface.
Effective Usage of vertical, upright, perpendicular
- 1Spatial Orientation: Use these antonyms to describe the orientation or direction of objects.
- 2Mathematics: Incorporate these antonyms in geometry to describe angles and lines.
- 3Design and Architecture: Utilize these antonyms to describe the layout and structure of buildings, furniture, and other objects.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct orientations or directions: Vertical is at a right angle to the plane of the horizon, upright is erect or vertical in position or posture, and perpendicular is at an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane, or surface. Use these words to describe spatial orientation, mathematics, design, and architecture.
