askew
How many syllables in askew?
There are 2 syllables in the word askew.How to pronounce askew:
Definition of askew:
- askew:
- out of line at an angle
Synonyms for askew:
awry
Antonyms for askew:
aligned
all right
balanced
direct
even
forthright
in line
level
ok
on course
perpendicular
right
roman
smooth
square
straight
straightforward
symmetrical
symmetrically
true
unleaning
upright
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