Asymmetric
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌeɪ.səˈmɛt.ɹɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Asymmetric is an adjective meaning Not symmetric.
Meaning
Not symmetric.
More Meanings
- (cryptography) Not involving a mutual exchange of keys between the sender and receiver.
- (set theory) Of a relation R on a set S: having the property that for any two elements of S (not necessarily distinct), at least one is not related to the other via R.
Example Sentences
an asymmetric shape
asymmetric gameplay
Synonyms for asymmetric
Depending on context, synonyms include asymmetrical, nonsymmetric, unsymmetrical, one-sided, lopsided, noninterchangeable.
Antonyms for asymmetric
Common opposites include symmetrical, symmetric.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include asymmetrical, unsymmetrical, unsymmetric, noninterchangeable, lopsided, one-sided.
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