CEFR C1

asymmetrical

adjective

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: uneven, irregular, lopsided, unbalanced