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- [klok-wahyz]
- /ˈklɒkˌwaɪz/
- /ˈklɒk.waɪz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [klok-wahyz]
- /ˈklɒkˌwaɪz/
Definitions of clockwise word
- adverb clockwise When something is moving clockwise, it is moving in a circle in the same direction as the hands on a clock. 3
- adverb clockwise Clockwise is also an adjective. 3
- adverb clockwise in the direction that the hands of a clock rotate; from top to bottom towards the right when seen from the front 3
- adverb clockwise in the direction in which the hands of a clock rotate 3
- adverb clockwise in the direction of the rotation of the hands of a clock as viewed from the front or above; circularly to the right from a point taken as the top. 1
- adjective clockwise directed clockwise: a clockwise movement. 1
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Origin of clockwise
First appearance:
before 1885 One of the 21% newest English words
First recorded in 1885-90; clock1 + -wise
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Parts of speech for Clockwise
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
clockwise popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
clockwise usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for clockwise
adj clockwise
- dexter — of or located on the right side
- dextral — of, relating to, or located on the right side, esp of the body; right-hand
- right-handed — having the right hand or arm more serviceable than the left; using the right hand by preference: a right-handed painter.
- revolving — that revolves: a revolving table top.
- counterclockwise — If something is moving counterclockwise, it is moving in the opposite direction to the direction in which the hands of a clock move.
adjective clockwise
- circular — Something that is circular is shaped like a circle.
- round — having a flat, circular surface, as a disk.
- helical — pertaining to or having the form of a helix; spiral.
- spiral — Geometry. a plane curve generated by a point moving around a fixed point while constantly receding from or approaching it.
Antonyms for clockwise
adj clockwise
- corrupt — Someone who is corrupt behaves in a way that is morally wrong, especially by doing dishonest or illegal things in return for money or power.
- immoral — violating moral principles; not conforming to the patterns of conduct usually accepted or established as consistent with principles of personal and social ethics.
- inequitable — not equitable; unjust or unfair: an inequitable decision.
- unfair — not fair; not conforming to approved standards, as of justice, honesty, or ethics: an unfair law; an unfair wage policy.
- unjust — not just; lacking in justice or fairness: unjust criticism; an unjust ruler.
adjective clockwise
- left-handed — having the left hand more dominant or effective than the right; preferably using the left hand: a left-handed pitcher.
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