convoluted
pronunciation
How to pronounce convoluted in British English:
UK [ˈkɒnvəlu:tɪd]
How to pronounce convoluted in American English:
US [ˈkɑnvəlutɪd]
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- Adjective:
- rolled or coiled together
- highly involved or intricate
Word Origin
- convoluted (adj.)
- 1811, past participle adjective from verb convolute (1690s), from Latin convolutus, past participle of convolvere (see convolution); or perhaps a back-formation from convolution. French has convoluté (18c.), in form a past participle adjective, without the verb.
Example
- 1. China 's convoluted system appears more entrenched than ever .
- 2. Such convoluted steps belie the underlying strength of what is being sold .
- 3. The brain 's neurons are small , convoluted and very densely packed .
- 4. His convoluted tales have unexpected twists that maintain suspense for the reader .
- 5. America 's tax code is a convoluted mess .