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Meaning of athwart
The primary meaning of the word "athwart" is to position something across something else, often in a way that is diagonal or at an angle.
Etymology of athwart
The word "athwart" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, derived from "aþweor(t)" and "athwer(t)", which are combinations of "a" (on) and "þweor(t)" (across)
Historically, the word has been used in nautical and literary contexts to describe diagonal or transverse positions or movements
Synonyms
across
sideways
obliquely
diagonally
transversely
thwart
contrary
opposing
against
crosswise
crossly
athwartship
aslant
slantwise
slantingly
oblique
angled
angular
askew
awry
crooked
curved
bent
twisted
turned
diverted
deflected
averted
contradicted
opposed
resistant
hindering
obstructing
blocking
impeding
interfering
intervening
Definitions
- Positioned or moving across something, often in a diagonal or transverse direction
- Contrary to or opposing something, such as a plan or intention
- Across or from side to side of something, such as a ship or a road
Usage Examples
- The ship sailed athwart the wind, its sails billowing in the gusts
- The tree branch lay athwart the path, blocking our way
- The politician's statement ran athwart the party's official stance on the issue
Antonyms
along
alongside
beside
adjacent
parallel
straight
forward
onward
ahead
aligned
coincident
corresponding
harmonious
agreeing
supporting
assisting
facilitating
helping
aiding
cooperating