Awry Definition
awry
adverb
- away from the correct or expected course; "something has gone awry in our plans"; "something went badly amiss in the preparations"
- turned or twisted to one side; "rugs lying askew"; "with his necktie twisted awry"
adjective
- turned or twisted toward one side; "a...youth with a gorgeous red necktie all awry"- G.K.Chesterton; "his wig was, as the British say, skew-whiff"
- not functioning properly; "something is amiss"; "has gone completely haywire"; "something is wrong with the engine"
"Awry" in song lyrics
See how awry is used in real songs:
-
"You can try to deny, ya world's not awry"
Lost Secret — Les Mysteres -
"Things have gotten out of hand and gone extremely awry"
S. Members — Sunburn -
"to start a dialogue on just what went awry"
Random & K-Murdock f/ MC Lars — Nerdcore Died?
Words that rhyme with awry
Usage tips for "awry"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "awry" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for awry to find words that pair well.