convoluted

CEFRB2

/ˌkɒnvəˈl(j)uːtɪd/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Very complicated and difficult to understand.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Complex, complicated, or intricate.

Examples

  • The hikers traced a convoluted route through the mountains.

  • Tom's speech was convoluted and disjointed and was very hard to follow.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1
Citations
5
Synonyms
5

Also pronounced

  • [-ɾəd]
  • /-vəʊ-/

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. simple past and past participle of convolute

  2. Having numerous overlapping coils or folds; convolute.

More examples

In context

  • He gave a convoluted explanation that amounted to little more than a weak excuse for his absence.

  • The figure [of the constellation Anguilla] is that of the common eel in that convoluted ſtate in which it is uſually ſeen when in motion.

  • Petals five, generally reflected, the three exterior ovate, hollowed; the two interior longer and convoluted.

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Origin

adjective

From convolute + -ed.