crosswise

• Descreve algo que está ou se move atravessado em relação a algo, frequentemente formando um ângulo reto; também pode indicar disposição em forma de cruz ou na diagonal.

Describes something that lies or moves across something else, often at a right angle.

1. B2formal

   Lying or placed across something; in a diagonal or transverse direction.

   Diagonal ou transversal

   • The logs were stacked crosswise to create a stable pile.
   • She cut the fabric crosswise to create a bias edge.
   • The crosswise pattern on the tablecloth added a decorative touch.

   Sinônimosacrossathwartcrisscrossdiagonalobliquesidewiseslantingtransversaltransverse

   Antônimoslengthwiseparallel

2. Opposing or contraryC1formal

   Characterized by being in opposition or contrary to something.

   Contrário

   • His crosswise remarks during the meeting annoyed everyone.
   • The two parties held crosswise opinions on the matter.
   • Her crosswise attitude made collaboration difficult.

   Sinônimosadverseantagonisticconflictingcontrarycounteropposedopposite

   Antônimosparallel

• Advérbio que significa "em diagonal" ou "de modo a cruzar algo em ângulo reto". Descreve a orientação ou posição de um objeto em relação a outro, sendo usado em disposições físicas ou instruções de corte.

An adverb meaning "diagonally" or "so as to intersect something at a right angle." It describes the orientation or position of one thing relative to another, often used in physical arrangements or cutting instructions.

1. Diagonal or acrossB2formal

   In a direction that goes from one corner to the opposite corner; diagonally.

   Na diagonal

   • Cut the fabric crosswise for a better fit.
   • The logs were stacked crosswise to create a stable pile.
   • She placed the ruler crosswise on the paper to measure the diagonal.

   Sinônimosacrossathwartcatty-cornerdiagonallykitty-cornerobliquely

2. C1formal

   In a manner that is opposite or contrary to something.

   Ao contrário

   • Their opinions ran crosswise to the majority.
   • The new policy goes crosswise with the company's traditions.
   • His actions were crosswise to the instructions given.

   Sinônimoscontrarilyconverselyinverselyoppositely

   Antônimoslengthwise