Definition

Tied together in a way that forms a knot, often making it difficult to untie.

Example

The knotted rope was hard to pull apart.

Conversation

Wow, that sweater has such a unique design!

Yeah, it's really cozy and the fabric feels knotted.

I love how it looks; those patterns are so interesting.

Thanks! I think the knotted texture makes it stand out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To tie something in a way that creates a knot, or to become tied in a knot.

Example

She knotted the two pieces of rope together to make them stronger.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I tried to untie that rope, but it was so knotted that I couldn't do it.

Yeah, I hate when that happens!

I spent ages trying to figure it out.

Root Explanation

Knotted → The word 'knotted' comes from the root 'knot' (from Old English 'cnotta', meaning a fastening made by tying) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past participle). The term 'knotted' describes something that has been tied or fastened into knots.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'knot' as a fastening made by tying something together, and remember that 'knotted' means it has been tied into knots.

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