convoluting

[ˈkɑːnvəluːtɪŋ]

convoluting Definition

  • 1to make something complex and difficult to understand
  • 2to twist or coil something into a shape that is difficult to follow

Using convoluting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "convoluting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The author was criticized for convoluting the plot of the novel.

  • Example

    The instructions were convoluted and difficult to follow.

  • Example

    His explanation only served to convolute the issue further.

convoluting Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: convoluting in Brief

The verb 'convoluting' [ˈkɑːnvəluːtɪŋ] means to make something complex and difficult to understand, or to twist or coil something into a shape that is difficult to follow. It is often used to describe confusing instructions or explanations, as in 'The instructions were convoluted and difficult to follow.' Synonyms include 'complicating' and 'perplexing,' while antonyms include 'simplifying' and 'clarifying.'