Definitions

sinistral

[sin-uh-struhl] / ˈsɪn ə strəl /

ADJECTIVE

left

Synonyms

STRONG

larboard port south

WEAK

hard to left near nigh side portside sinister

Antonyms

WEAK

right

ADJECTIVE

left-handed

Synonyms

WEAK

ambilevous awkward clumsy dubious gauche insincere maladroit sinister southpaw

Antonyms

WEAK

right-handed

Example Sentences

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Sinistral, also known as left lateral, movement describes the opposing plate moving to the left.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2017

Sinistral: extending to or at the left from the median line.

From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.