Sinistral

Pronunciation: /ˈsiˈnɪstˈɑɹˈæɫ/

Sinistral (adjective)

  1. Using the left hand more skillfully than the right.
  2. Moving or turning towards the left side.
  3. Describing a shell that spirals to the left.

Examples

  • The sinistral artist painted with ease.
  • A sinistral person may prefer using their left hand.

Common collocations: sinistral grip, sinistral writing, sinistral turn, sinistral shift, sinistral shell

Synonyms of Sinistral

Neutral

Antonyms of Sinistral

  • used in describing right-handedness or rightward orientation