Definitions
- Describing a situation where something is not balanced or fair. - Referring to data that is biased or distorted. - Talking about a perspective or point of view that is slanted or one-sided.
- Describing something that is uneven or unbalanced. - Referring to a situation where one side has an advantage over the other. - Talking about a physical object that is crooked or asymmetrical.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not balanced or even.
- 2Both can refer to a physical object or a situation.
- 3Both can have a negative connotation.
- 4Both can be used to describe data or information.
What is the difference?
- 1Cause: Skewed implies a bias or distortion caused by external factors, while lopsided suggests a natural or inherent imbalance.
- 2Degree: Lopsided implies a more extreme or noticeable imbalance than skewed.
- 3Focus: Skewed emphasizes a slanted or one-sided perspective, while lopsided focuses on the physical appearance of something.
- 4Usage: Skewed is more commonly used in academic or technical contexts, while lopsided is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 5Connotation: Skewed has a more neutral or objective connotation, while lopsided can have a negative or critical connotation.
Remember this!
Skewed and lopsided are synonyms that describe something that is not balanced or even. However, skewed implies a bias or distortion caused by external factors, while lopsided suggests a natural or inherent imbalance. Additionally, skewed is more commonly used in academic or technical contexts, while lopsided is more commonly used in everyday language to describe a physical object.
