SIDEWISE Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

sidewise

adverb

ˈsīd-ˌwīz

Definition of sidewise

as in sideways

with one side faced forward standing sidewise in the doorway

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sideways

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Step forward with your left, sideways with your right, bring them together, reverse and repeat.

— Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2026
The doors open sideways to three seats in the rear row and the front passenger seat.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026

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sidewise

side (with)

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