retwist

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /rɪˈtwɪst/

KK: /rɪˈtwɪst/

verb

Definition

To twist something again or in a different way.

Example

After the first braid came undone, she decided to retwist her hair for a neater look.

Tense Forms

Past: retwisted

Past Participle: retwisted

Conversation

I think I need to retwist my hair; it's getting a bit messy.

Yeah, I noticed! A fresh twist would look great on you.

Thanks! It's always nice to change things up and retwist sometimes.

Absolutely! It keeps your style looking fresh and fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

twist

revolve

rotate

Antonyms

untwist

straighten

unwind

Root Explanation

Retwist → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "twist" (from Old English "twistian", meaning to twist or turn). The word "retwist" means to twist something again or to twist it anew.

Memory Tip

Think of twisting something 'again' ('re-') — that's why retwist means to twist it once more.

Visually Confused Words

entwist