ATHWART
(adverb, prep.)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Athwart.
Athwart - as an adverb
At right angles to the center line of a ship
At an oblique angle
Example: "The sun shone aslant into his face"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aslant6obliquely23Athwart - as a preposition
From one side to the other side of.
Example: "The stars moved slowly athwart the sky."
Across the line of a ship's course or across its deck.
Example: "The damaged mainmast fell athwart the deck, destroying the ship's boat."
Across the path or course of; opposing.
Example Sentences
"The ship sailed athwart the wind."
"His conclusions run athwart the accepted theories."
"She stood athwart the bridge, watching the sunset."
"We hiked athwart the mountain to reach the summit."
"The dog swam athwart the river to fetch the ball."
Word Game Points
Is ATHWART a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, athwart is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ATHWART has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is ATHWART a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, athwart is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordATHWART has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is ATHWART a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, athwart is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordATHWART has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
