Synonyms of cross-sectional

cross-sectional

adjective

as in fragmentary

Related Words

• fragmentary
• partial
• sectional
• divisional
• local
• regional
• component
• constituent
• individual
• localized
• particular

Dissimilar Words

• general
• overall
• common
• global
• universal
• generic
• extensive
• broad
• wide
• comprehensive
• blanket
• widespread
• overarching
• pervasive
• sweeping
• wholesale
• broad-brush
• across-the-board
• ubiquitous
• aggregate
• collective
• full
• complete
• broad-gauge
• inclusionary
• broadscale
• all-embracing
• plenary

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cross-sectional

As trains traveling at high speeds displace enormous amounts of air, these tunnels require giant cross-sectional diameters to prevent uncomfortable passenger ear-popping and dangerous air-pressure shockwaves. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026

The 4-pin XLR / 3m cable has larger cross-sectional conductors to maintain low resistance over its extended length, with high-strength PFA insulation for durability and electrical performance. — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Their doctor had ordered a CT scan – a type of imaging that creates detailed cross-sectional pictures of the body’s interior – to look for pneumonia or another infection. — Peter Gunderman, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2026

Because the data are cross-sectional, however, the researchers cannot determine whether the microbial shifts contribute to obesity or arise as a consequence of it. — New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026

This first three-dimensional cross-sectional image goes 11 miles) below the crater and shows what appear to be various pools of magma at different depths, with rock or other material between them and more numerous toward the southeast of the crater. — Arkansas Online, 11 Jan. 2026

Instead, Funnell suggests starting with a cross-sectional study comparing athletes who habitually drink during training to those who don’t, to see if the former group is less affected by dehydration. — Alex Hutchinson, Outside, 8 Jan. 2026

Parents tend to perceive less need to safeguard boys, encouraging more adventurous risky behaviors, according to a 2024 cross-sectional study published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health. — Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025

Going to the doctor once a year and doing all of the lab testing will give you a very cross-sectional view of your health. — Alice Park, Time, 9 Oct. 2025