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circuitous

[sərˈkjuːɪtəs]

circuitous Definition

  • 1taking a longer route than the most direct way
  • 2not said or done in a simple, clear, and direct way, so that it is difficult to understand

Using circuitous: Examples

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

  • Example

    The road was so circuitous that we got lost several times.

  • Example

    He took a circuitous route to avoid traffic.

  • Example

    Her argument was so circuitous that I couldn't follow it.

  • Example

    The instructions were circuitous and confusing.

circuitous Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for circuitous

Phrases with circuitous

  • an argument that is not direct and clear, but rather long-winded and confusing

    Example

    His circuitous reasoning made it difficult to understand his point.

  • a route that is longer than the most direct way

    Example

    We had to take a circuitous route to avoid the construction.

  • speech that is not direct and clear, but rather long-winded and confusing

    Example

    Her circuitous speech made it difficult to understand her point.

Origins of circuitous

from Latin 'circuitus', meaning 'a going around'

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Summary: circuitous in Brief

'Circuitous' [sərˈkjuːɪtəs] refers to taking a longer or indirect route than necessary, or not being clear and direct in communication. Examples include 'The road was so circuitous that we got lost several times.' and 'Her argument was so circuitous that I couldn't follow it.' Synonyms include 'indirect' and 'roundabout,' while antonyms include 'direct' and 'straight.'