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asymmetrical

ay-sih-MEHT-rihkl

Asymmetrical (adjective) means not identical or balanced on both sides; lacking symmetry. Example: “The building has an asymmetrical facade with windows of different sizes.”

adjective
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Not identical or balanced on both sides; lacking symmetry.
"The building has an asymmetrical facade with windows of different sizes."
"She wore her hair in an asymmetrical cut, shorter on one side."

How to use asymmetrical

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishLopsided or uneven — the two sides don't match.

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Common pairings
asymmetrical design asymmetrical warfare asymmetrical haircut

Word forms

more asymmetrical comparative, most asymmetrical superlative

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Etymology

From a- ("not") + symmetrical.

asymmetric lopsided unsymmetrical

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Frequently asked questions

What does “asymmetrical” mean?

The word “asymmetrical” means not identical or balanced on both sides; lacking symmetry. In plain terms, lopsided or uneven — the two sides don't match.

How do you pronounce “asymmetrical”?

“Asymmetrical” is pronounced ay-sih-MEHT-rihkl (/ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtɹɪk(ə)l/ in IPA).

How do you use “asymmetrical” in a sentence?

Here is “asymmetrical” used in a sentence: “The building has an asymmetrical facade with windows of different sizes.”

What is another word for “asymmetrical”?

Words with a similar meaning to “asymmetrical” include asymmetric, lopsided and unsymmetrical.

What part of speech is “asymmetrical”?

“Asymmetrical” is an adjective.

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