CONVOLUTED Meaning and
Definition
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Convoluted is an adjective commonly used to describe something that is intricate, complex, or labyrinthine in its structure or arrangement. It refers to a state of being twisted, coiled, or intricate in design, often resulting in confusion or intricacy.
When applied to ideas, arguments, or explanations, convoluted suggests an excessive level of intricacy or complexity, making the understanding or comprehension of the subject challenging for the general audience. It implies that the matter at hand involves numerous interrelated parts or aspects, often difficult to disentangle or analyze. In this context, convoluted can indicate a lack of clarity or simplicity, with concepts or theories that are unnecessarily complex or convoluted.
Additionally, convoluted can describe a physical object, such as a mechanism or a system, that has a highly intricate or complicated arrangement. The term can also apply to written or spoken language that is excessively complex, verbose, or difficult to understand due to its convoluted structure or use of jargon.
Overall, convoluted captures the essence of something that possesses a confusing or intricate nature, whether in form, organization, explanation, or language. It implies a level of complexity that hinders understanding or creates difficulties in interpretation.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Rolled together; rolled upon itself or on another thing; twisted.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of CONVOLUTED
The word "convoluted" can be traced back to the Latin word "convolutus", which is the past participle of the verb "convolvere". "Convolvere" is derived from the prefix "con-" meaning "together", and the verb "volvere" meaning "to roll". Hence, "convolvere" means "to roll together". Over time, the meaning of "convoluted" evolved to refer to something intricate, complex, intricate, or twisted.
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Conjugate verb Convoluted
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