contorted | ||
1. | [ adjective ] twisted (especially as in pain or struggle) | |
Synonyms: | writhed writhen | |
Examples: | "his mad contorted smile" "writhed lips" "my writhen features"- Walter scott |
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Related terms: | crooked | |
2. | [ adjective ] strained or wrenched out of normal shape | |
Synonyms: | distorted twisted | |
Examples: | "old trees with contorted branches" "scorched and distorted fragments of steel" "trapped under twisted steel girders" |
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Related terms: | crooked | |
Similar spelling: |
contort contracted contrite contrived controvert controlled contortion contour contribute contredanse contrive contract contrast Contreras condor connatural countertop contritely contrition contradict contradance condordance control controller counter contretemps |