SKEW Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

skew

verb

Definition of skew

as in to tilt

to depart from a straight line or course or from a middle position or value A glitch caused the image on the screen to skew to one side. This show's viewers tend to skew a little older.

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as in to influence

to change (something) in a way that makes it unfair or inaccurate The researchers tried to anticipate any problems that might skew the results of the study. Try not to let that one negative experience skew your opinion of the restaurant.

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Recent Examples of skew Across platforms, political posts that skew partisan and negative tend to attract the most engagement — a powerful currency in modern politics. — Caitlin Dewey, Vox, 21 Oct. 2026 Critics argue that has skewed the narrative, as their investigation focused more on what AI did than the surrounding security infrastructure. — Harry Booth, Time, 20 Oct. 2026 Preseason playing time always skews upward for younger players as veterans such as Powell and Jones rest to anticipate the lengthy season ahead. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2026 Hernández said the group wanted to use the platform to bring further awareness to the struggles immigrants continue to face in this country with an audience that notably skews more American than Los Tigres is accustomed to. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for skew

Recent Examples of Synonyms for skew

Verb

Perhaps the script is unduly tilted by Ramos’ drawling, sincerely beguiling delivery.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 24 Oct. 2026
Opposition parties have also alleged that the electoral roll revisions tilted the electoral field in the BJP’s favor in the West Bengal election held earlier this year, helping the party win power in the state for the first time.

— Asim Ali, Time, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of tilt

Verb

As voters decide which party can best rescue their chance at the American Dream, political experts say prolonged economic hardship is the defining feature influencing voters in the midterms.

— Amy L. Wong, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
Over the last two years Chuwi has traveled around the globe, and the foursome confirm that will influence their next project.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of influence

Verb

Any normal mattress would’ve been an improvement over our current one, a sub-$300 queen-size nightmare of sloping sides and too-springy springs.

— Jaklin Romine Oct. 15, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
The brush was flattened and rivulets of water ran back toward the sound, which was now miraculously some 100 yards away down a sloping bank.

— Gerald R. Hunter, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of slope

Verb

Brady pointed to a legal doctrine known as laches, which can prevent a party from pursuing a claim after an unreasonable delay that prejudices another party.

— Gino Vicci, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026
In 2024, New York’s highest court erased Weinstein’s conviction six years ago and ordered a new trial, ruling that Weinstein was prejudiced by testimony from other women whose allegations weren’t part of the case.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of prejudice

Verb

Witkoff’s visit to Russia comes amid mounting fears in Kyiv that Washington is angling to end the war on Moscow’s terms.

— Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Its authentic features include a chainstitched waistband, pleated cargo pockets, and angled side pockets.

— Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of angle

Verb

On the touchdown play, Royals lined up as a tight end on the left side, then slanted right uncovered as Colts defenders bit on play-action.

— Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
Deep Isolation’s concept could eventually use horizontal, vertical, or slanted underground repositories.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026

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