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

Because seismic inertial forces are governed purely by a structure's mass rather than its weight, the lateral demand on a structure remains fully active while its gravitational restoring capacity is substantially diminished, Caluk added. — Leonard David, Space.com, 20 June 2026

The lateral Asics Stripes feature pleats inspired by classical dance attire, secured by central double-stitching and fanning out into a layered look. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 20 June 2026

The hollow scroll wheel in the center offers only basic forward/back rolling movement, with no lateral scrolling. — Alice Jovanee, PC Magazine, 20 June 2026

Injury updates Venable said after the game that both Kyle Teel (sprained lateral collateral ligament) and Noah Schultz (right knee patellar tendinitis) will head to Charlotte for rehab assignments on Monday and join the Triple-A squad. — Andy Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026