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asymmetrically-arranged

|a-sym-met-ri-cal-ly-ar-ranged|

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/ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkli əˈreɪndʒd/

unbalanced arrangement

Etymology
Etymology Information

'asymmetrically-arranged' originates from the Greek word 'asymmetria,' where 'a-' meant 'not' and 'symmetria' meant 'commensurability.'

Historical Evolution

'asymmetria' transformed into the Latin word 'asymmetria,' and eventually became the modern English word 'asymmetrical' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not having symmetry,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not arranged in a symmetrical or balanced manner.

The artwork was asymmetrically-arranged, giving it a unique and dynamic appearance.

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Last updated: 2025/03/27 08:27