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ASKEW

(adverb, adj.sat, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Askew.

Askew - as an adverb

Turned or twisted to one side

Example: "Rugs lying askew"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
awry10skew-whiff

Askew - as an adjective satellite

Turned or twisted toward one side

Example: "A...youth with a gorgeous red necktie all awry"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
awry10cockeyed20lopsided12skew-whiffwonky15

Askew - as an adjective

Turned or twisted to one side.

Untoward, unfavourable.

Example Sentences

"The picture frame was hanging askew on the wall."
"Her hat was perched askew on her head."
"The tablecloth was askew after the party."
"The house was built at an askew angle."
"The painting was slightly askew."
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Word Game Points

Is ASKEW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, askew is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ASKEW has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ASKEW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, askew is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ASKEW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is ASKEW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, askew is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ASKEW has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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