asymmetric
Translation
asymmetric, lopsided, uneven
Examples
The building has an asymmetric design.
The building has an asymmetric design.
The conflict was an asymmetric one.
The conflict was an asymmetric one.
Grammar Patterns
asymmetric ((noun)) not having two sides or halves that are the same The room had an asymmetric layout.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unbalanced, uneven, lopsided; Antonyms: symmetric, balanced
Etymology
From the prefix 'a-' (not) + 'symmetric'. 'Symmetric' comes from Greek 'sun-' (together) + 'metron' (measure). Literally 'not measured together'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'a-' often means 'not' or 'without', as in 'atypical'. So, 'a-symmetric' simply means 'not symmetric'.