Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tortuous
adjective
/ˈtɔːr.tʃu.əs/
Definition
Full of twists and turns; complicated or lengthy.
Examples
- The tortuous path through the woods made the hike much longer than expected.
- Her tortuous reasoning led to a conclusion that was difficult to understand.
- The tortuous negotiations lasted for hours without any resolution.
Meaning
The term describes something that is not straightforward or direct, often implying a sense of being deceitful or morally wrong.
Synonyms
- twisted
- convoluted
- indirect
- winding
- labyrinthine
