word
Perpendicular
Pur-puh-NDIH-kyuh-lur
/ˌpɜːrpʌˈndɪkjʌlɜːr/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
perpendicular
Dictionary meaning
Extremely steep.
Examples
- The great perpendicular face of the cliff.
- The axes are perpendicular to each other.
Synonyms: sharp
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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