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vertical
01
positioned at a right angle to the horizon or ground, typically moving up or down
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most vertical
Comparative
more vertical
gradable
Examples
The skyscraper 's vertical lines gave it a sleek and modern appearance.
02
involving a system where individuals or groups are ranked by status, power, or income
Examples
The vertical distribution of wealth leads to significant economic disparities.
2.1
relating to a business structure that focuses on a specific sector or industry, often in a hierarchical manner
Examples
The company adopted a vertical strategy by acquiring suppliers.
03
relating to the passing of something, like a virus or genetic trait, from one generation to the next
Examples
The vertical transmission of the virus can happen during birth.
Vertical
01
an upright element of a structure, such as a post or column, that provides support or defines the shape of a building
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
verticals
Examples
The designer added verticals to the framework to enhance its stability.
02
a line or direction that is positioned straight up and down, perpendicular to the horizon
Examples
The carpenter used a level to ensure the vertical was perfectly straight.
03
anything that is positioned upright or aligned in a direction that is perpendicular to the ground
Examples
The verticals of the racket help control the direction of the ball.
Lexical Tree
verticality
vertically
verticalness
vertical
vertic
