off-center

Thân thiện

The artist placed the vase off-center on the table.

Definition

Adjective: 1. Not exactly in the center; slightly askew or misaligned: Describes something that is positioned so that its center does not coincide with a central point, axis, or expected position. 2. Eccentric; unconventional: Describes a person, idea, or style that deviates from the norm or mainstream.

Usage Examples

• Literal (Physical Position):
  • The painting was hung slightly off-center, which bothered the designer.
  • The wheel is off-center, causing the vibration.
• Figurative (Unconventional):
  • His off-center sense of humor isn't appreciated by everyone.
  • The artist is known for her off-center and provocative installations.

Advanced Usage

• "to be off-center": to be in a state of imbalance or disorientation.
  • After the long flight, I felt a bit off-center.
• Used to describe a subtle but noticeable irregularity in appearance, balance, or thought.

Variants and Related Words

• Off-centred (adj): Chiefly British English spelling of "off-center".
• Decentered (adj): Lacking a central focus or point; in postmodern theory, not focused on a single authoritative viewpoint.
• Eccentric (adj): (A close synonym for the figurative sense) unconventional and slightly strange.

Synonyms

• Asymmetrical
• Unbalanced
• Lopsided
• Eccentric (for the figurative sense)
• Unconventional (for the figurative sense)

Antonyms

• Centered
• Balanced
• Symmetrical
• Conventional (for the figurative sense)
• Mainstream (for the figurative sense)

Related Phrases

• Off-kilter: Similar in meaning, suggesting something is not quite straight or correct.
  • The whole plan felt off-kilter from the start.
• Out of alignment: Specifically for mechanical or physical misalignment.
  • The gears are out of alignment, causing the noise.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. situated away from the center or axis

Từ đồng nghĩa

• off-centered