ragged alignment
[/ˈræɡɪd əˈlaɪnmənt/]
nounpl: ragged alignments
alinhamento irregular
1. A text formatting style where lines are aligned on one side (usually the left) while the opposite side remains uneven or jagged
The document uses ragged alignment on the right side, creating an informal appearance.
O documento utiliza alinhamento irregular à direita, criando uma aparência informal.
2. In typography and layout design, text that is not justified on both margins
Ragged alignment is often preferred for readability in modern web design.
O alinhamento irregular é frequentemente preferido para legibilidade no design web moderno.
3. A configuration where elements are not perfectly aligned in a uniform manner
The ragged alignment of the images gave the poster an artistic, unconventional look.
O alinhamento irregular das imagens conferiu ao pôster uma aparência artística e não convencional.
This is primarily a technical term used in design, typography, and publishing. It is more commonly encountered in professional and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. The concept reflects modern design preferences that favor readability and visual simplicity over formal justification, particularly in digital media and contemporary design.
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