adj
askew
uh-SKYOO
Askew (adj) means not straight; tilted or crooked to one side. Example: “His tie was askew after the long day at work.”
adj
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Not straight; tilted or crooked to one side.
"His tie was askew after the long day at work."
"The picture frame hung askew on the wall."
How to use askew
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCrooked or out of proper alignment.
Common pairings
hang askew
sit askew
knocked askew
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Word forms
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- Superlative
- most askew
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Etymology
From a- plus skew.
Synonyms
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agley
akilter
antigoglin
awry
cattywampus
cockeyed
crooked
lopsided
off-kilter
tipsy
skewampus
skew-whiff
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Frequently asked questions
What does “askew” mean?
The word “askew” means not straight; tilted or crooked to one side. In plain terms, crooked or out of proper alignment.
How do you pronounce “askew”?
“Askew” is pronounced uh-SKYOO (/əˈskju/ in IPA).
How do you use “askew” in a sentence?
Here is “askew” used in a sentence: “His tie was askew after the long day at work.”
What is another word for “askew”?
Words with a similar meaning to “askew” include agley, akilter, antigoglin, awry, cattywampus and cockeyed.
What is the opposite of “askew”?
The opposite of “askew” — its antonyms — are straight and true.
What part of speech is “askew”?
“Askew” is an adjective.
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