Definition

The quality of being full of twists and turns; not straightforward or direct.

Example

The tortuousness of the mountain road made the journey longer than expected.

Conversation

Have you noticed the tortuousness of that new hiking trail?

Yeah, it seems to twist and turn way too much!

It's kind of exhausting to follow, isn't it?

Definitely! I prefer more straightforward paths.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tortuousness → It is formed from "tortuosus" (from Latin, meaning full of twists and turns) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "tortuousness" refers to the quality of being full of twists and turns, or being complex and intricate.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'full of twists' ('tortuosus') — that helps you remember that 'tortuousness' means the quality of being twisted or complicated.

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