Meaning & Definition of word "Tilt"

Tilt

/tɪlt/

1. an inclination or slope.
- Example: The tilt of the roof allowed rainwater to drain off easily.
2. a contest or joust.
- Example: The knights prepared for a tilt in the tournament.
3. a slanted angle or position.
- Example: The photograph was taken at a tilt, giving it a dynamic effect.

1. to cause to lean, incline, or slant.
- Example: She tilted the chair back to get more comfortable.
2. to incline or bend in a particular direction.
- Example: The statue tilted slightly to the left after the earthquake.
3. to have a preference or inclination.
- Example: His opinions tend to tilt toward liberal ideas.

Middle English 'tilten', from Old English 'tyltan'.

tilt at windmills:

To engage in a futile or imaginary battle against imaginary opponents or issues.

tilt the scales:

To influence a situation to one's advantage.

on tilt:

In a state of emotional disturbance, often leading to poor performance.

inclination:

A tendency to act in a certain way.

slant:

A particular viewpoint or bias regarding something.

Meaning: To become frustrated or lose one's composure, especially in gaming.

Example Sentence: He started to tilt after that last round.

Meaning: To have an emotional response that affects judgment.

Example Sentence: After the bad play, she was completely tilted.