Definitions

lopsided

[lop-sahy-did] / ˈlɒpˈsaɪ dɪd /

ADJECTIVE

leaning, falling to one side; larger on one side

Synonyms

STRONGEST

one-sided unbalanced unequal

WEAK

askew asymmetrical awry cockeyed crooked disproportional disproportionate inclinatory irregular nonsymmetrical off-balance out of shape overbalanced squint tilting top-heavy uneven unsteady warped

Antonyms

STRONGEST

balanced even

WEAK

level straight unleaning

Example Sentences

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This time around, the agreement was so lopsided that at least one city, Chicago, withdrew during the bidding.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

Platner is dusting Mills by lopsided margins in polling averages.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Coach Cori Close preaches thriving, not surviving, and that’s been evident in the Bruins’ lopsided victory margin all season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

That’s creating a lopsided trade and a potential opportunity for an investor willing to make the bet.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

Then she heads for our tiny kitchen, skipping in her lopsided way.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko

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