The Opposite(Antonym) of “parallel”
The antonyms of parallel are perpendicular and intersecting. The antonyms perpendicular and intersecting describe lines that meet at a right angle or cross each other, unlike parallel lines that never meet.
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Definitions and Examples of perpendicular, intersecting
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
At an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane, or surface.
Example
The flagpole was perpendicular to the ground.
Crossing or cutting each other at some point.
Example
The two roads were intersecting at the roundabout.
Key Differences: perpendicular vs intersecting
- 1Perpendicular describes lines that meet at a right angle, while parallel lines never meet.
- 2Intersecting describes lines that cross each other at some point, while parallel lines do not cross.
Effective Usage of perpendicular, intersecting
- 1Geometry: Use these antonyms to describe the relationship between lines and shapes.
- 2Navigation: Use these antonyms to give directions and describe the orientation of objects.
- 3Engineering: Use these antonyms to describe the alignment of structures and components.
Remember this!
The antonyms of parallel are perpendicular and intersecting. Use perpendicular to describe lines that meet at a right angle and intersecting to describe lines that cross each other. These antonyms are useful in geometry, navigation, and engineering contexts.
