The Opposite(Antonym) of “subparallel”
The antonyms of subparallel are intersecting, diverging, and crossing. These antonyms describe the relationship between two lines or paths.
Explore all Antonyms of “subparallel”
Definitions and Examples of intersecting, diverging, crossing
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Two or more lines or paths that cross each other at a point.
Example
The two roads are intersecting at the roundabout.
Two or more lines or paths that move away from each other.
Example
The two railway tracks are diverging towards different destinations.
Two or more lines or paths that cross each other at an angle.
Example
The pedestrian bridge is located at the crossing of two busy streets.
Key Differences: intersecting vs diverging vs crossing
- 1Intersecting describes lines or paths that cross each other at a point.
- 2Diverging describes lines or paths that move away from each other.
- 3Crossing describes lines or paths that cross each other at an angle.
Effective Usage of intersecting, diverging, crossing
- 1Mathematics: Use these antonyms to describe the relationship between lines or paths in geometry or trigonometry.
- 2Navigation: Incorporate these antonyms in directions to describe the orientation of roads or paths.
- 3Engineering: Utilize these antonyms to describe the layout of railway tracks or highways.
Remember this!
The antonyms of subparallel describe the relationship between lines or paths. Intersecting lines cross each other at a point, diverging lines move away from each other, and crossing lines intersect at an angle. Use these antonyms in mathematics, navigation, and engineering to describe the orientation and layout of lines or paths.
