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convoluted

The correct spelling is convoluted.

How to pronounce convoluted

/-vəʊ-/
verb

IPA: /-vəʊ-/

Say it like: Con-vol-ute-d

The correct spelling is convoluted. To make unnecessarily complex. For example: "He gave a convoluted explanation that amounted to little more than a weak excuse for his absence."

Usage Examples

He gave a convoluted explanation that amounted to little more than a weak excuse for his absence.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make unnecessarily complex.
  2. 2.To fold or coil into numerous overlapping layers.

adjective

  1. 1.Having numerous overlapping coils or folds; convolute.
  2. 2.Complex, complicated, or intricate.

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