Pronunciation

/ˈvɜːrtɪkl/

Definitions

Noun

A vertical refers to:

1. The direction or position straight up from the ground or base, perpendicular to the horizon. For example: “The building’s exterior is covered in vertical lines.”
2. The dimension or quality of being upright or aligned with gravity. For example: “The plant’s stem grew vertically towards the light.”
3. (Computing) The arrangement of data or elements in columns rather than rows. For example: “A vertical spreadsheet organizes data vertically.”

Adjective

1. Relating to or situated on a vertical plane. For example: “The vertical wall supports the climbing rope.”
2. Measured or expressed in terms of height or elevation. For example: “The vertical distance between the two floors.”

Adverb

In a vertical manner or direction. For example: “The bird took off vertically into the sky.”

Phrases

• “Stand vertically” means to be upright or aligned with gravity.
• “A vertical garden” is a type of greenery arrangement that grows upwards.
• “Vertical integration” describes business strategies where companies control multiple levels of production or distribution.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The ladder leaned against the vertical brick wall.”
• Adjective: “The vertical growth of bamboo is impressive.”
• Adverb: “She climbed the vertical cliff with remarkable agility.”

Synonyms

• Upward
• Perpendicular
• Upright
• Orthogonal
• Parallel to the ground
• Straight up