Definitions and Examples of curled, coiled, twisted
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a curved or spiral shape.
Example
Her hair was curled into tight ringlets for the party.
Wound or gathered into a series of loops or spirals.
Example
The snake coiled itself around the branch, ready to strike.
Bent or contorted out of its natural shape.
Example
The tree branches were twisted by the strong winds during the storm.
Key Differences: curled vs coiled vs twisted
- 1Curled refers to a shape that is curved or spiral in nature.
- 2Coiled describes something that is wound or gathered into a series of loops or spirals.
- 3Twisted refers to something that is bent or contorted out of its natural shape.
Effective Usage of curled, coiled, twisted
- 1Describing Physical Objects: Use these antonyms to describe the shape or position of objects.
- 2Creative Writing: Incorporate these words into narratives to create vivid imagery and descriptive scenes.
- 3Science: Use these words to describe the physical properties of objects in science-related contexts.
Remember this!
The antonyms of uncurled describe the opposite of straight or uncoiled. Curled refers to a curved or spiral shape, coiled describes something that is wound or gathered into a series of loops or spirals, and twisted refers to something that is bent or contorted out of its natural shape. Use these words to describe physical objects, in creative writing, or in science-related contexts.
