Asymmetrical

Pronunciation: /ˌeɪsɪˈmetrɪkəl/

Definitions of asymmetrical

adjective not symmetrical; lacking symmetry; uneven or unbalanced in shape or arrangement

Example Sentences

A1 The butterfly had asymmetrical wings.

A2 The painting featured an asymmetrical composition.

B1 The company's logo was designed with an asymmetrical shape.

B2 The architect created an asymmetrical building with unique angles.

C1 The fashion designer's collection showcased asymmetrical silhouettes.

C2 The artist's abstract sculpture displayed asymmetrical balance.

Examples of asymmetrical in a Sentence

formal The artist created an asymmetrical design for the new building.

informal I love how the asymmetrical shape of the dress looks on you!

slang That asymmetrical haircut is really cool!

figurative The power dynamics in the group were asymmetrical, leading to conflicts.

Grammatical Forms of asymmetrical

• past tense: asymmetrized
• plural: asymmetricals
• comparative: more asymmetrical
• superlative: most asymmetrical
• present tense: asymmetrizes
• future tense: will asymmetrize
• perfect tense: has asymmetrized
• continuous tense: is asymmetrizing
• singular: asymmetrical
• positive degree: asymmetrical
• infinitive: to asymmetrize
• gerund: asymmetrizing
• participle: asymmetrized

Origin and Evolution of asymmetrical

First Known Use: 1690 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'asymmetrical' originated from the combination of the prefix 'a-' meaning 'not' or 'without' and the word 'symmetrical' which comes from the Greek word 'symmetria' meaning 'agreement in dimensions'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in the context of geometry to describe shapes that lack symmetry, the term 'asymmetrical' has evolved to be used in various fields such as design, fashion, and biology to denote lack of balance or proportion in different aspects.