Sinuous

Adjective

Definition: Winding or curving in and out; not direct or straightforward.

Synonyms: Winding, Curvy, Meandering

Antonyms: Straight, Direct, Linear

Examples:
  • The sinuous road through the mountains offered breathtaking views.
  • The river flowed in a sinuous path through the dense forest.
Mnemonics:
  • Imagine a snake moving in a sinuous manner.

Etymology:

Origin:

From Latin "sinuousus" meaning full of windings, from "sinus" meaning curve or fold.

Historical Usage:

The word has been used since the mid-17th century to describe things that have a winding or serpentine quality.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Sinuous dance"

Explanation:

Referring to a dance form that involves intricate and flowing movements.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "sinuous" with "sinister".

Explanation:

These words have different meanings and are not interchangeable. "Sinuous" means winding and curving, while "sinister" means threatening or evil.

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