Lopsided
(adjective)
- Not balanced or even, tending to one side.
- Uneven in distribution, quantity, or quality.
- Asymmetrical in shape or appearance.
Origin:
From the 16th century word 'loppe' meaning 'to cut short' or 'cut away', which was later used to describe uneven or unbalanced shapes or objects.
Examples:
- The lopsided cake was the result of uneven baking in the oven.
- The lopsided weight distribution on the plane caused turbulence during the flight.
- The lopsided result of the election raised questions about the fairness of the vote.
- The lopsided face made him look comically unbalanced.
- The lopsided distribution of wealth in the country was a major concern for the government.