Convuluted

Dictionary Definition- to coil up; form into a twisted shape.

Antonyms

Synonyms

Coiled

Tangled

Twisted

Invariable

Erect

Regular

Original Context- "'The part of the brain dedicated to abstract thinking, the neocortex, in a dolphin brain is “more highly convoluted than our own,' she said, and it is her opinion that dolphins are capable of complex, subtle thinking. You don’t have a brain like that for no reason.'"

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My Definition- Twisted or complicated.

Demonstration of Use- She cackled. Her convoluted evil plan was about to be put into action.

Analysis

Contorted

Constant

Elaborate

Undiversed

Word Origin- 1540s, from Latin convolutus, past participle of convolvere "to roll together," from com "with, together"

Word Parts- Con: with, together
Volut : rolled, wrapped up

Part of Speech- Adjective

Word Family- Convolution, convolute,

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