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convoluted Definition

con·vo·luted (-id)

adjective

  1. having convolutions, as in the kidney's tubules; coiled; spiraled
  2. extremely involved; intricate; complicated a convoluted style

convoluted Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • tubule: The next portion of the tubule is the loop of Henle, which leads to the distal convoluted tubule.
  • plot: The traditional convoluted plot has been replaced by a far more linear slasher storyline.
  • syntax: By using unusual words, double negatives and convoluted syntax he could make almost any subject, however simple, difficult to understand.
  • explanation: Point these things out to true believers and listen to their convoluted explanations.
  • logic: Negative Security Assurances This somewhat convoluted logic is also applied to the ' negative security assurances ' given to NPT members.
  • sentence: A long convoluted sentence often reveals a convoluted train of thought.

Modifying Another Word

  • somewhat: The only real quibble is the somewhat convoluted dealing tariff.
  • rather: This rather convoluted process is largely required in order to maintain the security of the local computer system.
  • slightly: Outline At first this sounds like a slightly convoluted system.
  • extremely: Customer Rating: Review Summary: Convoluted plot Review: This is an extremely convoluted novel.
  • so: The language and idea space of the field have become so convoluted that they have confused even themselves.
  • very: Due to Metro Railroad construction this is now CLOSED with a very convoluted diversion only partly signed via back streets.

Used with adjective complement

  • seem: This can lead to conversations which seem amazingly convoluted to the uninitiated.
  • become: The argument, however, becomes convoluted regarding the significance of language to the execution of plans.
  • get: This is getting too convoluted for a simple lad like me.

Browse dictionary entries near convoluted

  1. convolute
  2. convoke
  3. convocation
  4. conviviality
  5. convivial
  6. convincing
  7. convinced
  8. convince oneself
  9. convince
  10. convictive
  1. convolution
  2. convolve
  3. convolvulus
  4. convoy
  5. convulse
  6. convulsion
  7. convulsive
  8. cony
  9. coo
  10. coocoo