asymmetrical

CEFRC2

/ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtɹɪk(ə)l/

adjective

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Not having matching or equal parts on both sides.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Presenting a false dilemma, or a choice between two things which are not opposites.

Examples

  • You claim an inequitable exchange on asymmetrical bases.

  • Louise only wears asymmetrical dresses.

At a glance

Sits at C2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1
Synonyms
3

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Not symmetrical.

More examples

In context

  • Question six is asymmetrical: "Are things going in the right direction or on the wrong track?"

Synonyms

Quick test

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Question 1 · Deep check

The architect designed the museum with an blank facade, featuring jagged edges and uneven surfaces.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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Origin

adjective

From a- + symmetrical.