slanting

Slanting is the act of leaning, tilting, or being inclined relative to a reference direction. It can describe physical objects, lines, or surfaces that are not vertical or horizontal. In geometry, the degree of slant is measured by the angle of inclination or by the slope of a line.

In typography, slanting refers to rendering text with a sloped posture. This is commonly achieved by applying italics, though some fonts use oblique styles that are simply slanted versions of the regular letters rather than true italic designs.

In media and communication, a slant describes a biased presentation of information designed to influence perception. Slanting can involve selective emphasis, framing, or wording that favors a particular point of view. It is a form of bias and is distinct from factual inaccuracies.

Other technical uses include architecture and civil engineering, where slanted surfaces are employed for drainage or aesthetic purposes, or in surveying where measurements account for slant distance rather than direct horizontal distance.