Slope — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective verb noun /ˈslōp/

Meaning & Definition of Slope

Slope (adjective)

  1. that slants, sloping —often used in combination

Slope (verb)

  1. to take an oblique course
  2. to lie or fall in a slant, incline
  3. go, travel

Slope (noun)

  1. ground that forms a natural or artificial incline
  2. upward or downward slant or inclination or degree of slant
  3. the part of a continent draining to a particular ocean

Slope (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon

    "the next stretch of the trail had a gentle slope which made it easier to climb"

    similar: cant, diagonal, grade, gradient, inclination, incline, lean, pitch, rake, slant, upgrade
    related: ascent, bank, climb, rise
    near: declension, declination, decline, declivity, descent, dip, downgrade, fall, hang, hanging, receding

Slope (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to set or cause to be at an angle

    "they sloped our new driveway too steeply and now my car scrapes bottom whenever I back out onto the street"

    similar: angle, cant, cock, heel, incline, lean, list, pitch, slant, tilt, tip
    related: bank, bend, deviate, swerve, veer, decline, descend, recline, retreat
    near: even, flatten, level, straighten

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Slope

The most common words with a similar meaning to Slope:

cant, diagonal, grade, gradient, inclination, incline, lean, pitch, rake, slant, upgrade, angle, cock, heel, list, tilt, tip

Related Words for Slope

ascent, bank, climb, rise, bend, deviate, swerve, veer, decline, descend, recline, retreat

Near Antonyms of Slope

declension, declination, decline, declivity, descent, dip, downgrade, fall, hang, hanging, receding, even, flatten, level, straighten

Word Forms of Slope

Inflections: sloped, sloping

Derived words: sloper (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Slope

Middle English sloop, probably from aslope, adverb, at an angle

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Slope

Words & Phrases Containing Slope

slope-intercept form, slope off, bunny slope, continental slope, glide slope, slippery slope

Frequently Asked Questions about Slope

What does "Slope" mean?

"Slope" means that slants, sloping —often used in combination. As an an adjective, a verb and a noun, it is defined as: that slants, sloping —often used in combination. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Slope"?

Other words for "Slope" include cant, diagonal, grade, gradient, inclination, incline, lean and pitch. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Slope" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Slope"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Slope". Common alternatives include cant, diagonal, grade, gradient, inclination, incline, lean, pitch, rake and slant.

How do you use "Slope" in a sentence?

Examples of "Slope" in a sentence: "the next stretch of the trail had a gentle slope which made it easier to climb"; "they sloped our new driveway too steeply and now my car scrapes bottom whenever I back out onto the street".

Is "Slope" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Slope" can be used as an adjective, a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Slope" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Slope" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Slope"?

"Slope" is pronounced /ˈslōp/.

What is the origin of the word "Slope"?

"Slope" comes from Middle English sloop, probably from aslope, adverb, at an angle. First known use: 15th century.