
Top-heavy
Visual Imbalance
Imagine something larger or heavier at the top like a bobble-head toy.
The vase was so top-heavy it toppled over with a slight touch.
Stability Concern
Use 'top-heavy' to suggest a risk of falling or tipping over.
Avoid stacking those books too high; they'll get top-heavy.
Physical Description
Applies to objects or things, not people, to describe their shape.
The top-heavy lamp swayed dangerously in the wind. Compare with
BalanceBloatBulkyCumbersomeDisproportionateObeseOverweightUnwieldy
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