Asymmetrically: meaning, definitions and examples

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asymmetrically

 

[ ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪk(ə)li ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a non-symmetrical manner

Not having the parts or sides arranged or symmetrical

Synonyms

differently, lopsidedly, unequally

Examples of usage

  • The building was designed asymmetrically to create a sense of movement.
  • She smiled asymmetrically, giving him a quirky look.
Context #2 | Adjective

not symmetric

Having parts or aspects that are not equal or equivalent

Synonyms

lopsided, unbalanced, uneven

Examples of usage

  • The artist created an asymmetrically balanced composition.
  • Her hair was styled asymmetrically, with one side longer than the other.

Translations

Translations of the word "asymmetrically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 assimétricamente

🇮🇳 असमान रूप से

🇩🇪 asymmetrisch

🇮🇩 asimetris

🇺🇦 асиметрично

🇵🇱 asymetrycznie

🇯🇵 非対称に

🇫🇷 asymétriquement

🇪🇸 asimétricamente

🇹🇷 asimetrik olarak

🇰🇷 비대칭적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل غير متماثل

🇨🇿 asymetricky

🇸🇰 asymetricky

🇨🇳 不对称地

🇸🇮 asimetrično

🇮🇸 ósamhverft

🇰🇿 асимметриялы түрде

🇬🇪 ასიმეტრიულად

🇦🇿 asimmetrik olaraq

🇲🇽 asimétricamente

Etymology

The word 'asymmetrically' is derived from the word 'asymmetric', which comes from the Greek roots 'a-' (not) and 'symmetria' (symmetry). The concept of asymmetry has been explored in various fields such as art, design, and science, highlighting the beauty and uniqueness of non-symmetrical forms.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,755, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.