Definitions

1. noun

a change or unfaithful representation of the original, especially in a way that distorts its true meaning or appearance

“The politician’s words were accused of being a distortion of the facts.”

2. noun

a change in the shape or form of something, especially as a result of external pressure or force

“The metal suffered a distortion due to the extreme heat.”

3. verb

to change or alter the shape or form of something, especially in a way that distorts its original appearance

“The artist’s work was accused of distorting the subject’s features.”