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Definition of lopsided

lopsided

/ˌlɑːpˈsaɪ.dɪd/
lop · sid · ed
Adverb:lopsidedly
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• adjective

1

With one side lower, smaller, or heavier than the other; unevenly balanced or asymmetrical.

Example

"The toddler offered a lopsided grin after losing his first baby tooth."

2

Characterized by an unequal distribution of power, resources, or scores; heavily favoring one side or party.

Example

"The championship match ended in a surprisingly lopsided victory for the visiting team."

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• Rhymes for lopsided

• Nearby Words

lopezia
lopper
loppers
lopsided
lopsidedly
lopsidedness
loquat

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 18th century from the verb 'lop' (in the dialectal sense 'to hang loosely or droop', as in 'lop-eared') combined with 'sided'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lopsided. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lopsided
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