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

Derived Forms

• ˌlopˈsidedly, adverb
• ˌlopˈsidedness, noun

Other Words From

• lopsided·ly adverb
• lopsided·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of lopsided¹

First recorded in 1705–15; lop ² + sided

Example Sentences

This definition not only ignores cerebral palsy as a lifelong condition but contributes to a lopsided research focus directed only at pediatric care and not care into adulthood and across the lifespan, experts say.

From Science Daily

Much more exciting than lopsided games which send the fans home by the third quarter.

From Los Angeles Times

Redick’s decision came after he benched Russell for most of the second half in the team’s lopsided loss to Memphis to end their five-game road trip.

From Los Angeles Times

And Saturday’s match was the most lopsided loss for the Rapids in more than two years.

From Los Angeles Times

The Rams are relishing in the play of their young defense, as they should in the wake of a win that felt more lopsided than the five-point difference suggests.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• one-sided
• unbalanced
• unequal