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VERTICAL

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Vertical.

How to pronounce vertical:

US

Vertical - as an adjective

At right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line

Example: "A vertical camera angle"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
perpendicular20
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inclined11horizontal22

Relating to or involving all stages of a business from production to distribution

Upright in position or posture

Example: "An erect stature"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
upright13

Vertical - as a noun

Something that is oriented vertically

A vertical structural member as a post or stake

Example: "The ball sailed between the uprights"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
upright13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
structural member
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Vertical - as an adjective satellite

Of or relating to different levels in a hierarchy (as levels of social class or income group)

Example: "Vertical social mobility"

Example Sentences

"The skyscraper had a vertical design."
"She drew a vertical line on the paper."
"The rock wall had vertical cracks."
"The flagpole stood tall and vertical."
"The blinds could be adjusted to have a horizontal or vertical position."
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Word Game Points

Is VERTICAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, vertical is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

VERTICAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is VERTICAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, vertical is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
VERTICAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is VERTICAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, vertical is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
VERTICAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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