BusinessAugust 2, 2026
skewness
SKYEW-ness
Definition
The state or quality of being asymmetrical or distorted, often used in statistics to describe a lack of balance in a data distribution.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English word 'skewen' (to move aside or slant), which likely originated from the Old Northern French 'eschever' (to shun or avoid).
In the news
In the article, the word refers to an expected imbalance or tilt in market dynamics where, due to rising costs, the likelihood of future rate hikes becomes significantly greater than the likelihood of cuts.
RBI policy panel likely to keep interest rates unchanged on August 5 amid oil, inflation risks
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