tangentially

The word “tangentially” has 4 syllables: tan-gen-tial-ly

It's pronounced as /tænˈdʒɛnʃəli/


What is synonym and antonym for tangentially?

In the thesaurus, “tangentially” has 8 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for tangentially along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for tangentially

  • apropos
  • digressively
  • en passant
  • excursively
  • incidentally
  • interjectionally
  • parenthetically
  • secondarily

Meanings of tangentially

  • adverb
    1. In a tangential manner or direction.

Example Sentences

  • His remarks were tangentially related to the topic, but they didn’t really add value to the discussion.
  • She mentioned tangentially that she had visited the city, but quickly moved on to the main subject.
  • The book explores ideas that are only tangentially connected to the central theme of love.
  • We discussed the issue tangentially, but never fully addressed the core problem.
  • His experience in the field was tangentially relevant, though it wasn’t directly related to the job.

On this page you'll find 8 synonyms or another words to tangentially, such as: apropos, digressively, en passant, excursively, incidentally, interjectionally, parenthetically.

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

Related Words

parenthetically

  • accidentally
  • apart from
  • apropos
  • as a by-product
  • as side effect
  • as to
  • aside
  • by the bye
  • by the way
  • casually
  • digressively
  • en passant
  • excursively
  • fortuitously
  • in as much as
  • in passing
  • in related manner
  • incidentally
  • interjectionally
  • not by design
  • obiter
  • on the part of
  • relating to
  • remotely
  • secondarily
  • speaking of
  • subordinately
  • tangentially
  • unexpectedly
  • while on the subject
  • with reference to

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