twisted
/ˈtwɪstɪd/ adjective B2- Consisting of two or more threads, strands or the like intertwined; formed by twisting or twining.
- Mentally or emotionally distorted or unsound; perverted. · twisted sense of humor· The murders were committed by a twisted sociopath.
- Having the intended meaning altered or misrepresented; misunderstood. · Don't get this twisted. Just because I don't hate you doesn't mean we're friends.
- Distorted or contorted by tensing the facial muscles.
- Under heavy influence of intoxicants, usually alcohol and marijuana; very intoxicated. · Dude I’m so twisted right now.
- Having a spiral ornament inside.
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That ring with the rough nugget on it was above it, and the twisted snake ring on the third finger.
He was a tall boy, with curly brown hair, roguish hazel eyes, and a mouth twisted into a teasing smile.
“This isn’t the road,” said the Stork, as she twisted her long neck and looked sharply at the queer party.
The King Crow flew at the Scarecrow, who caught it by the head and twisted its neck until it died.
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