asymmetry
Translation
asymmetry, lopsidedness, unevenness
Examples
There is a slight asymmetry in her face.
There is a slight asymmetry in her face.
The asymmetry of power was a major issue.
The asymmetry of power was a major issue.
Grammar Patterns
asymmetry in ((sth.)) a lack of balance or equality within something There is an asymmetry in the data.
Similar Words
Synonyms: imbalance, inequality, unevenness; Antonyms: symmetry, balance
Etymology
The noun form of 'asymmetric'. From 'a-' (not) + 'symmetry'. It describes the state or quality of not being symmetrical.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'asymmetric'. If something is asymmetric (adjective), it possesses asymmetry (noun).