sinuate

/sɪˈnɔʊɪt, -ˈnɑʊeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to curve or bend inward, especially at the edge, or to follow the natural curve of something

“The sinuate path of the river wound its way through the valley.”

2. verb

to move or bend in a sinuous or winding course

“The child sinuated through the maze of chairs in the living room.”

3. noun

a curved or bent edge or shape

“The sinuate edge of the leaf caught the light of the setting sun.”

4. verb (archaic)

to make or become twisted or distorted

“The sinuate threads of the old tapestry had been damaged by time.”

5. verb (poetic)

to move with a sinuous or winding motion

“The sinuate dance of the ballerina across the stage was mesmerizing.”

Synonyms

  • bend
  • curve
  • twist
  • wind

Antonyms

  • linearize
  • straighten