Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Having a shape or arrangement whose corresponding parts do not match as mirror images.
Natural examples
Die Jacke hat einen asymmetrischen Schnitt.
This jacket has an asymmetric cut.
Die Fenster sind an dieser Fassade asymmetrisch angeordnet.
The windows are arranged asymmetrically on this facade.
Der zweite Entwurf wirkt deutlich asymmetrischer.
The second design looks noticeably more asymmetric.
Usage note
Design descriptions allow asymmetrischer and am asymmetrischsten. A strict mathematical yes-or-no classification normally does not grade the property.
Mini-lesson: asymmetrisch
Having a shape or arrangement whose corresponding parts do not match as mirror images. Design descriptions allow asymmetrischer and am asymmetrischsten. A strict mathematical yes-or-no classification normally does not grade the property.
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