Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crooked

adjective
/ˈkrʊkɪd/
Definition
not straight; having bends or angles.
Examples
  • The picture hung crooked on the wall.
  • She gave a crooked smile that seemed charming.
  • His actions were often crooked, leading to legal troubles.
Meaning
When something is crooked, it is not aligned properly or is bent out of shape.
Synonyms
  • twisted
  • askew
  • deformed
  • bent