1. askew; diagonal; not in a straight line or proper alignment
Usage: informal; chiefly U.S.

1. in a diagonal or askew manner; at an angle
Usage: informal; chiefly U.S.

Examples

• The picture frame was hanging catawampus on the wall.
• He walked catawampus across the yard to reach the gate.
• The old fence leaned catawampus after the storm.
• She parked the car catawampus in the driveway.
• The books were stacked catawampus on the shelf.
• The sign pointed catawampus down the street.