tangent

The word “tangent” has 2 syllables: tan-gent.

It's pronounced as /ˈtæn.dʒənt/.

What is synonym and antonym for tangent?

In the thesaurus, “tangent” has 6 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tangent along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tangent

aside
digression
incidental
irrelevant
peripheral
tangential

Antonyms for tangent

applicable
important
material
pertinent
pointed
relative
relevant
significant

Meanings of tangent

noun
1. A straight line touching a curve at a single point without crossing it there.
2. A function of an angle that gives the ratio of the sine to the cosine, in either the real or complex numbers. Symbols: tan, tg.
3. A topic nearly unrelated to the main topic, but having a point in common with it.
4. A small metal blade in a clavichord that strikes the strings to produce sound.
adjective
1. Touching a curve at a single point but not crossing it at that point.
2. Of a topic, only loosely related to a main topic.

Example Sentences

The conversation quickly went off on a tangent and we ended up discussing unrelated topics.
He introduced a tangent about his childhood that made the story even more interesting.
The scientist explained the main theory before briefly touching on a tangent related to quantum physics.
During the meeting, she brought up a tangent that distracted everyone from the main agenda.
As we walked through the park, we went off on a tangent and ended up discovering a hidden garden.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tangent, such as: applicable, aside, digression, important, incidental, irrelevant, material.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.