Definition of tangential

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  • tangential is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • tangential is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • tangential is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of tangential

  • of superficial relevance if any (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a tangential remark

    Synonyms

    1. digressive
  • of or relating to or acting along or in the direction of a tangent ()

    Examples

    1. tangential forces

See definition of tangential in Merriam Webster