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askew

a·skew

askew

 
 
pronunciation:
skyu
parts of speech:
adjective, adverb
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Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition: not straight; crooked.
Her hat was askew.
synonyms:
crooked
antonyms:
straight
similar words:
bent, sideways
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part of speech: adverb
definition: out of line; at an angle.
The crooked arrow flew askew.