Antonyms for
slope
An area of ground that tends evenly upward or downward.
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No Antonyms Found for Slope

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All Definitions for Slope

Below are all the dictionary definitions of slope:

1An area of ground that tends evenly upward or downward.
2The degree to which a surface tends upward or downward.
3The ratio of the vertical and horizontal distances between two points lying on the line.
4To tend steadily upward or downward.
5To form with a slope
6To give an oblique or slanting direction to
7To incline or slant.
8The angle a roof surface makes with the horizontal, expressed as a ratio of the units of vertical rise to the units of horizontal length (sometimes referred to as run).
9(mathematics, of a curve at a given point
10Sometimes proscribed, see Usage notes) The slope of the line tangent to the curve at the given point.
11To hold a rifle at a slope with forearm perpendicular to the body in front holding the butt, the rifle resting on the shoulder.
12To try to move surreptitiously.
13A person of Chinese or other East Asian descent.
14Sloping.
15Slopingly

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About antonyms for slope

Finding the right antonym for slope helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "An area of ground that tends evenly upward or downward.", slope has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.

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