Definition of Askew
Askew
a·skew
Definition/Meaning
(adverb)
not straight; at a crooked angle;
e.g. The picture hung askew on the wall.
(adjective)
awry or wrong;
e.g. Unfortunately, our plans went askew due to the unexpected rains.
(adverb)
with disapproval;
e.g. The man looked askew at the painting, wondering why it looked so hideous.
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