What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
oblique
Example
The oblique rays of the sun created long shadows on the ground. [oblique: adjective]
Example
She made an oblique reference to the topic without directly addressing it. [oblique: adjective]
slanting
Example
The slanting roof of the house allowed for rainwater to easily run off. [slanting: adjective]
Example
The article had a slanting view on the political situation, favoring one side over the other. [slanting: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Slanting is more commonly used than oblique in everyday language, especially in journalistic or political contexts. Oblique is more formal and less common, often used in literary or artistic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between oblique and slanting?
Oblique is more formal than slanting, which is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, both words can be used in formal writing depending on the context.
