Meaning & Definition of word "Diagonally"

Diagonally

/daɪˈæɡənəli/

1. In a direction that is at an angle to something, especially when it crosses from one corner to another.
- Example: The pieces were arranged diagonally across the table.
2. In a slanting or oblique manner.
- Example: He walked diagonally across the field to reach the other side.
3. Transfer of connection or relation between disparate points.
- Example: The data was plotted diagonally on the graph to show the correlation.
4. Moving in a diagonal manner in a game or sport.
- Example: The quarterback threw the ball diagonally to the receiver.

From the Latin 'diagonalis', meaning 'slanting' or 'crossing'.

cut diagonally:

to divide something across its corners instead of in a straight line.

move diagonally:

to change position in a slanted direction.

align diagonally:

to arrange items along a diagonal line.

diagonal:

A straight line joining two non-adjacent vertices of a polygon.

oblique:

Not explicit or done in a direct way; slanted.

Meaning: To do something in a roundabout way.

Example Sentence: He solved the problem diagonally instead of taking the straightforward route.

Meaning: To take a shortcut that isn’t straight.

Example Sentence: She took a diagonally approach to finish her project.