Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anfractuous

Adjective
/ænˈfræk.tju.əs/
Definition
Full of twists and turns; winding or crooked.
Examples
  • The anfractuous path through the forest made the hike much longer than anticipated.
  • His anfractuous reasoning left the audience confused about his main point.
  • The anfractuous design of the ancient city added to its mysterious allure.
Meaning
The term anfractuous refers to something that is not straight, having many bends and curves, often used to describe paths or arguments that are complex.
Synonyms
  • winding
  • labyrinthine
  • crooked
  • meandering
  • twisted