asymmetrical
adjective
asym·met·ri·cal
ˌā-sə-ˈme-tri-kəl 
variants
or asymmetric
1
: having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
an asymmetrical design
asymmetrical shapes
2
usually asymmetric of a carbon atom
: bonded to four different atoms or groups
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This style has a gorgeous, asymmetrical ruffled design, and the spaghetti straps will keep you cool in hot weather.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
The 1921 geometric painting is one of the earliest examples of Mondrain’s creations that have a single large square acting as a dominating force in a work, an asymmetrical design that shines a light on the right side.
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Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
The signature tonneau silhouette is reimagined not as a single uninterrupted curve but as a constructed surface, broken into sharp transitions, layered planes and asymmetrical interruptions that radically alter its form.
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Richard Mille Contributor,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
The asymmetrical neckline adds some personality, while the wide-leg pants keep things breezy and comfortable.
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Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
The 1921 geometric painting is one of the earliest examples of Mondrain’s creations that have a single large square acting as a dominating force in a work, an asymmetrical design that shines a light on the right side.
—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
The signature tonneau silhouette is reimagined not as a single uninterrupted curve but as a constructed surface, broken into sharp transitions, layered planes and asymmetrical interruptions that radically alter its form.
—
Richard Mille Contributor,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
The asymmetrical neckline adds some personality, while the wide-leg pants keep things breezy and comfortable.
—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
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“Asymmetrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/asymmetrical. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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asymmetrical
adjective
asym·met·ri·cal
ˌā-sə-ˈme-tri-kəl
variants
or asymmetric
: not symmetrical
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asymmetrical
adjective
asym·met·ri·cal
ˌā-sə-ˈme-tri-kəl
variants
or asymmetric
1
: not symmetrical
2
usually asymmetric, of a carbon atom
: bonded to four different atoms or groups
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