ATILT Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

atilt

adjective

ə-ˈtilt

Definition of atilt

as in tilted

inclined or twisted to one side cuts quite a dashing figure with a jauntily atilt beret

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Adjective

But analysts say risks to oil prices remain tilted to the upside.

— , CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026
Compared with tilted plastic rafts used in warmer climates, this design attaches flexible solar panels directly to thick, waterproof foam sheets, reducing wind exposure.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026

Definition of tilted

Adjective

If the stove is level but a burner looks crooked or heats unevenly, the problem may be the burner, not the appliance.

— Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2026
Music takes on a different purpose by mid-August—who isn’t feeling a little lazy and crooked by now, spiritually overserved and ready for a nap?

— Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of crooked

Adjective

Companies are exploring different robotic designs for transportation, industrial work and mobility, with quadruped systems offering potential advantages on uneven terrain.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 23 Aug. 2026
König suggests strength training and reformer Pilates before casually adjusting my slightly uneven hips with chiropractic confidence.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of uneven

Adjective

Summary The Chicago Cubs are currently shuffling their infield due to Dansby Swanson's oblique injury, moving Nico Hoerner to shortstop and Pedro Ramírez to second base.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
There was the oblique strain in early April that sidelined him for more than a month.

— Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026

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