Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sinuous

Adjective
/ˈsɪnjuəs/
Definition
Having many curves and turns; winding.
Examples
  • The river flowed in a sinuous path through the valley.
  • The sinuous dance of the snake captivated everyone watching.
  • The artist’s brushstrokes were sinuous, creating a beautiful flowing effect.
Meaning
The word ‘sinuous’ describes something that moves in a graceful and curvy way. It can refer to physical shapes or paths that are not straight but instead twist and turn, as well as to movements that are smooth and flowing.
Synonyms
  • Winding
  • Curling
  • Curvy
  • Serpentine
  • Twisting