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vertically

1 of 1adverb
/ˈvɝtɪkəli/
1

at a right angle to a horizontal line or surface

  • She stacked the books vertically on the shelf to save space.
  • The curtain hung vertically, reaching from the ceiling to the floor.
  • The flagpole stood vertically, displaying the national flag.
  • The vines climbed vertically along the trellis, reaching for sunlight.
  • The elevator moved vertically between the floors of the building.
Synonyms:
perpendicularlyupuprightlyerectlyplumbstraightupright
2

in a way that spans or connects different levels of a system or hierarchy

  • The company is organized vertically, with each department reporting up the chain.
  • Decisions were made vertically, with little input from lower levels.
  • The business expanded vertically by acquiring its suppliers.
  • Authority flowed vertically, limiting collaboration across teams.
  • The system was designed to function vertically, from top management to the ground staff.
Synonyms:
hierarchicallydownward