Definition

Twisted or bent out of its normal shape, often in a way that looks unnatural or uncomfortable.

Example

The contorted branches of the tree made it look eerie in the moonlight.

Conversation

Did you see that tree with the contorted branches?

Yeah, it looks so unusual and interesting!

I wonder how it grew like that; it must have had some tough weather.

Definitely! Nature can be really fascinating in how it shapes things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Contorted → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "torquere" (meaning to twist). The word describes something that has been twisted together or into a distorted shape.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'twisted together' — 'con-' means together, and 'torquere' means to twist.

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