Definition of Askew
Askew
as·kew
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Not straight or level; at an angle; awry.
e.g. The picture hung askew on the wall, making it look crooked.
(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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