noun a state of disorder or imbalance
adverb not functioning correctly or properly
Refers to a person's mental state being off balance or not in harmony.
Describes a building or structure that is not level or properly aligned.
Used to describe a financial market or investment that is unstable or fluctuating.
When a machine or system is out of kilter, it is not functioning properly or is misaligned.
In a literary context, a writer may use 'out of kilter' to describe a character's mental state or a situation that is not in harmony or balance.
A psychologist may use 'out of kilter' to describe a patient's emotional or mental state that is not in alignment with their usual behavior or patterns.
A financial analyst may use 'out of kilter' to describe a market trend or financial indicator that is not following the expected pattern or norm.
An engineer may use 'out of kilter' to describe a piece of machinery or equipment that is not functioning properly or is not in proper alignment.