lopsided

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Lopsided' is used to describe something that's uneven or out of balance. This can refer to actual physical objects or even abstract concepts like score in a game.

Examples in Different Contexts

In art, a 'lopsided' composition can evoke feelings of instability or tension. An artist might explain, 'The lopsided placement of elements in this painting is deliberate to create a sense of disarray.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

We should analyze if there is any disproportionateness in our aid distribution, especially towards marginalized groups. Inequity in support can lead to larger societal problems.

Response:

Absolutely. It's unfortunate how lopsided the government's aid allocation is. We should lobby for more equitable resource distribution.

Tech

Scenario:

With the upcoming app, it's going to require equal competency in both front-end and back-end. It’s high time we examine our team's skill distribution.

Response:

That could be a concern. Our team is lopsided right now. We need to recruit more back-end developers.