Clockwise Synonyms and Antonyms

klŏkwīz
In the same direction as the rotating hands of a clock
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. dextrorotary
  2. landward
  3. leeward
  4. right-wingish
  5. rightward
  6. windward
Antonyms:
  1. counterclockwise
In the direction that the hands of a clock move
(Adverb)
Antonyms:
  1. counterclockwise

Words Related to Clockwise

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. anti-clockwise
  2. counter-clockwise
  3. anticlockwise
  4. clock-wise
  5. right-angle
  6. 90deg
  7. diagonally

Clockwise Sentence Examples

  • These residual forces tend to make the whole earth turn round the centre C in a clockwise direction.

  • Turn the knobs clockwise all the way until they're nice and tight.

  • The blades spin in reverse (clockwise) during the winter months.

  • This waltz step is when partners turn each other clockwise during a dance.

  • Continuing clockwise, yang's energy begins to increase until it reaches its zenith back at the top of the symbol.

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