a·sym·met·ric (  s -m t rk) also a·sym·met·ri·cal (-r-k l)adj. 1. Having no balance or symmetry. 2. Chemistry Of or relating to a carbon atom having four different atoms or structural groups attached to it, resulting in an unbalanced spatial arrangement of atoms in a molecule, so that the molecule cannot be superimposed on its mirror image; chiral. a sym·metri·cal·ly adv. |
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| Adj. | 1. | asymmetrical - characterized by asymmetry in the spatial arrangement or placement of parts or components irregular - contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice; "irregular hiring practices" symmetric, symmetrical - having similarity in size, shape, and relative position of corresponding parts |
| 2. | asymmetrical - irregular in shape or outline; "asymmetrical features"; "a dress with a crooked hemline" irregular - contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice; "irregular hiring practices" |
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