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tangents

The word “tangents” has 2 syllables: tan-gents

It's pronounced as /ˈtæn.dʒənts/

What is synonym and antonym for tangents?

In the thesaurus, “tangents” has 12 synonyms.

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

Synonyms for tangents

  • asides
  • circularities
  • circumlocutions
  • digressions
  • divagations
  • excursions
  • excursus
  • excursuses
  • parentheses
  • prolixities
  • ramblings
  • verbosities

Meanings of tangents

  • 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.

Example Sentences

  • The discussion took several tangents, making it hard to stay on topic.
  • We were talking about the project when he suddenly went off on unrelated tangents.
  • The lecture covered the main points but also touched on a few interesting tangents.
  • The meeting was full of useful information, though there were some unnecessary tangents.
  • She often goes off on tangents during conversations, making it difficult to get back to the main subject.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms or another words to tangents, such as: asides, circularities, circumlocutions, digressions, divagations, excursions, excursus.

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

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