anfractuose

/ˌænfræktˈuːs, ˌænˈfræktuːs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having many winding or zigzag courses; having numerous bends or turns

“The anfractuose path through the forest was challenging to navigate.”

2. noun

A winding or zigzag course or path

“The hikers were faced with a long anfractuose route up the mountain.”

Synonyms

  • meandering
  • sinuous
  • winding

Antonyms

  • direct
  • straight