lopsided

[lop-sahy-did]

adjective

1. heavier, larger, or more developed on one side than on the other; unevenly balanced; unsymmetrical.

   Synonyms: unequal, uneven

2. leaning to one side.

lopsided

/ ˌlɒpˈsaɪdɪd /

adjective

1. leaning or inclined to one side

2. greater in weight, height, or size on one side

Other Word Forms

• lopsidedly adverb
• lopsidedness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of lopsided¹

First recorded in 1705–15; lop ² + sided

Example Sentences

It was the Chargers’ most lopsided victory in the rivalry since 2008.

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The message for investors is that companies that cater to the super rich, like Birkin handbag maker Hermès, jewelers Cartier or Van Cleef & Arpels, are the best bet in this lopsided economy.

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The lopsided scoreline was just reward for two-time European champions Chelsea, who were superior from the first whistle against a pallid Barcelona team.

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Arab governments were stunned by the reach and precision of Israel’s military operations over the past two years and have grown concerned about the lopsided balance, specifically calling out their lack of F-35s.

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Whenever anyone asks how I’m feeling, I try to throw on a lopsided grin and claim that I’m not feeling anything —even though I secretly am.

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Related Words

• one-sided 
• unbalanced 
• unequal