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lopsided structure

[/ˈlɒpsaɪdɪd ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: lopsided structures
estrutura desequilibrada
1. A building, framework, or organizational system that is unbalanced, asymmetrical, or disproportionate in its design or composition
The lopsided structure of the old barn made it unsafe to enter.
A estrutura desequilibrada do celeiro antigo a tornava insegura para entrar.
2. A system or arrangement where resources, power, or components are unfairly distributed or weighted toward one side
The company criticized the lopsided structure of the trade agreement.
A empresa criticou a estrutura desequilibrada do acordo comercial.
NYC Slang
wonky structure
Synonyms
asymmetrical structureunbalanced structureuneven structuretilted structureslanted structure
Antonyms
balanced structuresymmetrical structureeven structureequitable structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura desequilibrada
standard usage
São Paulo
estrutura enviesada
alternative colloquial term
Portugal
estrutura desproporcionada
common in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

leaning toward one side
out of balance
off-kilter
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