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asymmetrical

/ˌeɪ.sɪˈmet.rɪ.kəl/

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adjective

B2formalcommontechnical/ˌeɪ.sɪˈmet.rɪ.kəl/

Describes something that is not symmetrical; lacking balance or correspondence in shape, size, or arrangement.

ruОписывает то, что не является симметричным; лишённое баланса или соответствия в форме, размере или расположении.esDescribe algo que no es simétrico; que carece de equilibrio o correspondencia en forma, tamaño o disposición.frQui n'est pas symétrique ; qui manque d'équilibre ou de correspondance dans la forme, la taille ou la disposition.deBeschreibt etwas, das nicht symmetrisch ist; ohne Gleichgewicht oder Entsprechung in Form, Größe oder Anordnung.ptDescreve aquilo que não é simétrico; que carece de equilíbrio ou correspondência na forma, no tamanho ou na disposição.zh指不具有对称性;在形状、大小或位置上缺乏平衡或对应。arيصف ما ليس متناظرًا؛ ما يفتقر إلى التوازن أو التناسب في الشكل أو الحجم أو الترتيب.

  1. Lacking symmetry B2 formal

    Having parts or sides that are not equal or balanced in shape, size, or arrangement.

    • The artist preferred asymmetrical designs for her sculptures.
    • The building's asymmetrical facade made it stand out.
    • An asymmetrical haircut can be very stylish.

    ruАсимметричныйesasimétricofrAsymétrique (dépourvu de symétrie)deAsymmetrischptAssimétricozh不对称的arغير متماثل

    Synonyms: askewcrookeddisproportionateirregularlopsidedskewedunbalancedunevenunsymmetrical

    Antonyms: symmetricsymmetrical

  2. Irregular outline B2 formal

    Not having a regular or balanced shape or outline.

    • The rock had an asymmetrical shape, worn by the wind.
    • The garden was planted in an asymmetrical pattern.
    • Her painting featured an asymmetrical composition.

    ruАсимметричныйesAsimétrico (contorno irregular)frasymétriquedeAsymmetrischptAssimétricozh不对称的arغير متماثل

    Synonyms: askewcrookeddisproportionatelopsidedskewedunbalancedunevenunsymmetrical

    Antonyms: balancedregularsymmetricaluniform

  • more asymmetrical comparative form
  • most asymmetrical superlative form