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knarry

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈnɑːri/

KK: /nɑːri/

adjective
Definition

Having many knots or twists; twisted and rough in appearance.


Example

The knarry branches of the old tree made it difficult to walk through the forest.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen that tree in the park?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looks really knarry and interesting.
Sloth A
I love how unique it is compared to the others.
Sloth B
Definitely! It has so much character.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gnarled
knotty
twisted
Antonyms
smooth
straight
unbent
Root Explanation

The word 'knarry' originates from Old English 'cnarr', meaning a knot or a knotty tree. It describes something that is knotted or gnarled in appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'knot' when you hear 'knarry' — it helps you remember that it refers to something that is twisted or gnarled.

Visually Confused Words
nary
narr
arry
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