asymmetrical (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌeɪ.sɪˈmet.rɪ.kəl/
Definition
Having parts that fail to correspond in size, shape, or arrangement on either side of a dividing line or center point.
Examples
The artist intentionally created an asymmetrical composition to make the painting feel more dynamic.
Human faces are naturally asymmetrical, which is why a perfectly mirrored portrait often looks strange.
Her asymmetrical haircut was shorter on the left side than the right.
How to Use asymmetrical
- asymmetrical to (prepositional phrase)
- describing an imbalance relative to something else — "The wing shape is asymmetrical to the body of the aircraft."
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