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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Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 23 Apr. 2026
Lyaner Square-Neck Ruffle Wrap Mini Dress This short-sleeve mini dress with a ruched bodice and asymmetrical ruffled hemline is perfect for more casual spring weddings.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
This nylon Maxi Petticoat from the spring/summer 2026 collection, with its asymmetrical hemline and voluminous fit, is a kind of architecture, a way to build yourself into the world around you.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Silver Nova’s asymmetrical design–built to showcase ocean views from nearly everywhere–even in sea-facing glass elevators.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Asymmetrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/asymmetrical. Accessed 28 Apr. 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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