intwist

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈtwɪst/

KK: /ɪnˈtwɪst/

verb

Definition

To twist or wind something in a spiral or intricate manner.

Example

She decided to intwist the ribbons around the gift box for a decorative touch.

Tense Forms

Past: intwisted

Past Participle: intwisted

Conversation

Did you see how they intwist the vines together in that garden?

Yeah, it looks really beautiful and unique!

I love how they can intwist different colors too.

Definitely! It makes the whole place feel alive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

entwine

twist

intertwine

Antonyms

untwist

straighten

unravel

Root Explanation

Intwist → The word is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "twist" (from Old English "twistian", meaning to twist or turn). The combination suggests the action of twisting something into a particular shape or direction.

Memory Tip

Think of 'twisting' something 'into' a new form — that's what 'intwist' means.

Visually Confused Words

gaintwist

untwist

tintist

entwist