asymmetry

American  

[ey-sim-i-tree] / eɪˈsɪm ɪ tri /

noun

1. the quality or state of being asymmetric.

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asymmetry British  

/ eɪ-, æˈsɪmɪtrɪ /

noun

1. lack or absence of symmetry in spatial arrangements or in mathematical or logical relations

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Etymology

Origin of asymmetry

First recorded in 1645–55, asymmetry is from the Greek word asymmetría lack of proportion. See a- ⁶, symmetry

Example Sentences

This creates a structural asymmetry deeper than that of the 20th-century oil economy.

From Barron's

"Our findings, based on Rayleigh and Hoyt framework, are consistent with existing generalized models, while offering new analytical clarity on the role of asymmetry in pointing errors," concludes Prof. Ata.

From Science Daily

“It used to be that bitcoin was the consensus view where asymmetry existed,” Pompliano said.

From The Wall Street Journal

He has launched efforts to take the load off broadcasters’ backs and rebalance the regulatory asymmetry.

From The Wall Street Journal

The bright colors, asymmetry and fanciful woodwork of Queen Annes gained nationwide popularity in the late 19th century.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• imbalance
• inequality