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circuitous

/s/@/r'k/j//u//I/t/@/s/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

  1. Going round in a circuit; roundabout; indirect; as, a <i>circuitous</i> road; a <i>circuitous</i> manner of accomplishing an end.

    adjective

    Source: webster1913

adjective satellite

  1. marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct

    adj.all

    Examples
    The explanation was circuitous and puzzling.
    Synonyms roundabout

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. deviating from a straight course

    adj.all

    Examples
    A long and circuitous journey by train and boat.
    Synonyms devious roundabout

    Source: WordNet 3.0

Nearby words

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