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单词 kilter
释义

kilter

noun

kil·​ter ˈkil-tər How to pronounce kilter (audio)
: proper or usual state or condition : order
out of kilter

Synonyms

  • condition
  • estate
  • fettle
  • form
  • health
  • keeping
  • nick [British]
  • order
  • repair
  • shape
  • trim
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Example Sentences

since I dropped my food processor, it's been all out of kilter
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Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1628, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

kilter

noun

kil·​ter ˈkil-tər How to pronounce kilter (audio)
: proper condition
The TV is out of kilter.

kilter

noun

as in shape
a state of being or fitness since I dropped my food processor, it's been all out of kilter

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • shape
  • health
  • condition
  • keeping
  • repair
  • form
  • order
  • trim
  • fettle
  • practice
  • situation
  • estate
  • nick
  • posture
  • footing
  • phase
  • practise
  • pass
  • stage
  • standing
  • picture
  • status
  • scene
  • rank

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • disorder
  • disrepair
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