Synonyms of lateral

lateral

adjective

ˈla-tə-rəl 

as in side

of, relating to, or located on one side

from the lateral view you can see how thick the wall really is

Synonyms & Similar Words

• side
• left
• right
• one-sided

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of lateral

Instead, a lateral move, in the deniable hybrid space, seemed more likely, and Ukraine and others warned its borders with NATO states might come under attack. — Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2026

In the 89 years since, Daffy and his lateral lisp have starred in dozens of movies, shows, and shorts. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2026

The Chargers requested to interview O’Connell to become offensive coordinator and playcaller, but McVay blocked it, citing it as a lateral move. — Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Fervo drills a pair of wells more than 2 miles deep, including a lateral well that can extend for more than a mile horizontally. — Pippa Stevens, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026