Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Having many curves and turns; winding: Describes something that follows a path with frequent bends or turns, like a river or road.
   • Moving and bending in a smooth, graceful way: Describes movements that are lithe, supple, and flowing.

Usage

The word "sinuous" is used to describe the physical shape of objects or the quality of movement. It often carries a positive connotation of grace and fluidity.

Examples

• Describing a path or object:
  • The trail followed a sinuous route through the dense forest.
  • The artist drew a sinuous line across the canvas.
• Describing movement:
  • The dancer's sinuous movements captivated the audience.
  • A snake moves in a sinuous manner.

Advanced Usage

• "Sinuous logic/argument": A line of reasoning that is indirect, complex, or twisting.
  • The philosopher's sinuous argument was difficult to follow.
• "Sinuous beauty": A beauty characterized by graceful curves.
  • The sinuous beauty of the Art Nouveau design was evident in the wrought-iron railing.

Variants and Related Words

• Sinuosity (noun): The quality of being sinuous; a curve or bend.
  • The sinuosity of the coastline made for a scenic drive.
• Sinuously (adverb): In a sinuous manner.
  • The vine grew sinuously up the trellis.

Synonyms

• Winding: Following a twisting or spiral course.
• Serpentine: Resembling a serpent in form or movement; tortuously winding.
• Tortuous: Full of twists and turns.
• Meandering: Following a winding course.
• Lithe: (For movement) thin, supple, and graceful.

Antonyms

• Straight: Extending uniformly in one direction without a curve.
• Direct: Proceeding without deviation.
• Linear: Arranged in or extending along a straight line.

Adjective

1. curved or curving in and out
   • wiggly lines