Definition

In a way that is curvy or winding, often describing movement that is smooth and graceful.

Example

The river flowed sinuously through the valley, creating beautiful curves in the landscape.

Conversation

Did you see how the river flows so sinuously through the valley?

Yeah, it looks beautiful and peaceful that way.

I love how nature can create such sinuously winding paths.

Absolutely! It makes everything feel more alive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sinuously → It is formed from "sinuosus" (from Latin, meaning full of curves or bends) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "sinuously" describes something that moves or is shaped in a winding or curving manner.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that moves in a winding way, like a snake. The root 'sinuosus' means full of curves, helping you remember that 'sinuously' describes a curvy movement.

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