1. inclined
adjective. ['ˌɪnˈklaɪnd'] (often followed by `to') having a preference, disposition, or tendency.
Synonyms
- minded
- prone
- accident-prone
- disposed
- given
- partial
- apt
- fond
- willing
Antonyms
- unwilling
- untipped
- inconspicuous
- disinclination
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Words that Rhyme with Inclined Plane
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Example sentences of the word inclined-plane
1. Noun Phrase
A wedge is the sharp edge of an inclined plane and can be used for a number of purposes.
2. Noun Phrase
Wedges are another simple machine that use an inclined plane as their foundation.
3. Noun Phrase
When you turn a screw, the inclined plane is called into effect to separate wood or other materials.
4. Noun Phrase
Create a complex machine to move a heavy object by adding a pulley to an inclined plane.
2. inclined
adjective. ['ˌɪnˈklaɪnd'] at an angle to the horizontal or vertical position.
Synonyms
- tipped
- monoclinal
- pitched
- skewed
- aslant
- salient
- leaning
- sloping
- sidelong
- gradual
- low-pitched
- canted
- aslope
- oblique
- orientation
- slanting
- tilted
- diagonal
- sloped
- skew
- slanted
- high-pitched
Antonyms
- steep
- vertical
- horizontal
- perpendicular
3. inclined
adjective. ['ˌɪnˈklaɪnd'] having made preparations.
Synonyms
- disposed
- fain
- willing
Antonyms
- direct
- top
- bottom
- fast
4. plane
noun. ['ˈpleɪn'] an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets.
Synonyms
- cowl
- navigation light
- aeroplane
- bomber
- gas pedal
- monoplane
- biplane
- heavier-than-air craft
- accelerator pedal
- attack aircraft
- wing
- reconnaissance plane
- jet
- hydroplane
- multiengine plane
- tanker plane
- cowling
- windshield
- landing gear
- gun
- radome
- fighter
- bonnet
- hangar queen
- fuel pod
- multiengine airplane
- pod
- fuselage
- ski-plane
- jet-propelled plane
- throttle
- accelerator
- hood
- propeller plane
- jet plane
- delta wing
- radar dome
- airplane
- gas
- airliner
- amphibian
- seaplane
- fighter aircraft
- amphibious aircraft
- escape hatch
Antonyms
- inhibitor
- anticatalyst
- understate
- leaded gasoline
Etymology
- plane (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- platanus (Latin)
- planum (Latin)
- planus (Latin)
5. plane
noun. ['ˈpleɪn'] (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape.
Synonyms
- picture plane
- orbital plane
- facet plane
- shape
- midplane
- sheet
- Cartesian plane
- tangent plane
- form
Antonyms
- dispose
- indispose
- ill health
- unfitness
Etymology
- plane (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- platanus (Latin)
- planum (Latin)
- planus (Latin)
6. plane
noun. ['ˈpleɪn'] a level of existence or development.
Synonyms
- degree
- stage
- level
Antonyms
- type
- antitype
- plural
- singular
Etymology
- plane (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- platanus (Latin)
- planum (Latin)
- planus (Latin)
7. plane
adjective. ['ˈpleɪn'] having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another.
Synonyms
- level
- flat
Antonyms
- uncover
- stay in place
- chromatic
Etymology
- plane (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- platanus (Latin)
- planum (Latin)
- planus (Latin)
8. plane
verb. ['ˈpleɪn'] cut or remove with or as if with a plane.
Synonyms
- shave
Antonyms
- inability
- antinode
Etymology
- plane (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- platanus (Latin)
- planum (Latin)
- planus (Latin)
9. plane
noun. ['ˈpleɪn'] a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood.
Synonyms
- planing machine
- planer
Antonyms
- roundness
- straight
- crookedness
Etymology
- plane (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- platanus (Latin)
- planum (Latin)
- planus (Latin)
10. plane
verb. ['ˈpleɪn'] travel on the surface of water.
Synonyms
- skim
- aquaplane
Antonyms
- beginning
- undock
- break
Etymology
- plane (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- platanus (Latin)
- planum (Latin)
- planus (Latin)