kinked
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /kɪŋkt/
KK: /kɪŋkt/
adjective
Definition
Bent or twisted into a tight curl.
Example
The kinked hose made it difficult to water the garden.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: kinkier
Superlative: kinkiest
Conversation
I noticed that my charger is kinked at the end.
Oh no, that can be a problem!
Yeah, I hope it doesn't stop working soon because of that.
You might want to get a new one before it gets worse.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
curled
twisted
bent
Antonyms
straight
smooth
unbent
verb
Definition
To bend or twist something in a way that creates a sharp angle or curve.
Example
The hose kinked, causing the water flow to stop.
Tense Forms
Past: kinked
Past Participle: kinked
Conversation
I had a problem with my garden hose yesterday.
What happened to it?
It got all kinked and wouldn't let the water through.
Root Explanation
Kinked → The word 'kinked' is derived from 'kink' (originating from Middle English 'kinke', meaning a twist or curl) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past participle or state). The term 'kinked' describes something that has been twisted or curled.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'twist' ('kink') that has happened in the past ('-ed'), which helps you remember that 'kinked' means something that has become twisted.
Visually Confused Words
pinked
linked
kind
kike