asymmetrical
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səˈmɛ adjective
1.
not identical on both sides of a central line; unsymmetrical; lacking symmetry: Most faces are asymmetric.
2.
(of a logical or mathematical relation) holding true of members of a class in one order but not in the opposite order, as in the relation “being an ancestor of.”
3.
Chemistry.
a.
having an unsymmetrical arrangement of atoms in a molecule.
b.
noting a carbon atom bonded to four different atoms or groups.
c.
(of a polymer) noting an atom or group that is within a polymer chain and is bonded to two different atoms or groups that are external to the chain.
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asymmetric or asymmetrical (ˌæsɪˈmɛtrɪk, ˌeɪ-) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | not symmetrical; lacking symmetry; misproportioned |
| 2. | chem |
| a. (of a molecule) having its atoms and radicals arranged unsymmetrically | |
| b. (of a carbon atom) attached to four different atoms or radicals so that stereoisomerism results | |
| c. involving chiral molecules: asymmetric synthesis | |
| 3. | electrical engineering (of conductors) having different conductivities depending on the direction of current flow, as of diodes |
| 4. | aeronautics having unequal thrust, as caused by an inoperative engine in a twin-engined aircraft |
| 5. | logic, maths symmetric antisymmetric Compare nonsymmetric (of a relation) never holding between a pair of values x and y when it holds between y and x, as "…is the father of…" |
| asymmetrical or asymmetrical | |
| —adj | |
| asym'metrically or asymmetrical | |
| —adv | |
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Asymmetrical
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| asymmetric or asymmetrical (ˌæsɪˈmɛtrɪk, ˌeɪ-) | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | not symmetrical; lacking symmetry; misproportioned |
| 2. | chem |
| a. (of a molecule) having its atoms and radicals arranged unsymmetrically | |
| b. (of a carbon atom) attached to four different atoms or radicals so that stereoisomerism results | |
| c. involving chiral molecules: asymmetric synthesis | |
| 3. | electrical engineering (of conductors) having different conductivities depending on the direction of current flow, as of diodes |
| 4. | aeronautics having unequal thrust, as caused by an inoperative engine in a twin-engined aircraft |
| 5. | logic, maths symmetric antisymmetric Compare nonsymmetric (of a relation) never holding between a pair of values x and y when it holds between y and x, as "…is the father of…" |
| asymmetrical or asymmetrical | |
| —adj | |
| asym'metrically or asymmetrical | |
| —adv | |
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asymmetrical a·sym·met·ri·cal (ā'sĭ-mět'rĭ-kəl) or a·sym·met·ric (-rĭk)
adj.
Abbr. a
Lacking symmetry between two or more like parts; not symmetrical.
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Example sentences
The trouble is that fiscal policy is horribly asymmetrical.
With the revival of newsboy caps and asymmetrical bobs, it was predictable that the one-earring look wouldn't be far behind.
The asymmetrical designs, in colorful polyester prints trimmed with sequins and beads, seem to float in space.
The asymmetrical placement of the mantelpiece and pendant lights balances the equally offset wall.
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