Pronunciation

/twɪst/

Definitions

Noun

1. A turn or bend, especially in a flexible object: “The rope twisted into a knot.”
2. A change or variation from the expected or normal: “The plot took an unexpected twist.”
3. A sudden or unexpected development: “The election result took a surprising twist.”
4. A way or manner of doing something: “Her dance moves had a unique twist.”

Verb

1. To wrap or coiled around something: “She twisted the wire around the doorknob.”
2. To manipulate or alter (a situation, story, or topic) in a particular direction: “He twisted the facts to support his argument.”
3. To contort or move one’s body in a specific way: “He twisted his body to reach the high shelf.”

Adjective

1. Twisted or distorted in shape: “A twisted metal pipe.”
2. Devious or cunning: “A twisted plan to deceive.”
3. Abnormal or deviant: “A twisted sense of humor.”

Adverb

1. In a twisting or turning motion: “She twisted her body gracefully.”

Phrases

• “Take a twist” implies a sudden change or variation.
• “Twist someone’s arm” means to persuade or convince them forcefully.
• “Give someone a twist” can mean to surprise or entertain them with a new idea or approach.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The vine had grown so much it twisted around the tree trunk.”
• Verb: “She twisted the steering wheel to avoid the obstacle.”
• Adjective: “The artist created a twisted sculpture that seemed to defy gravity.”
• Adverb: “He twisted his ankle while playing soccer.”

Synonyms

• Coil
• Tangle
• Bending
• Manipulate
• Deviate
• Contort
• Turn
• Skew
• Reinterpret
• Reconfigure