Crooked
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɹʊkt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Crooked is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of crook.
Meaning
simple past and past participle of crook.
More Meanings
- Not straight; having one or more bends or angles.
- Set at an angle; not vertical or square.
- (figuratively) Dishonest or illegal; corrupt.
- (Newfoundland) ill-tempered; grumpy; cranky.
Example Sentences
We walked up the crooked path to the top of the hill.
That picture is crooked - could you straighten it up for me?
He was trying to interest me in another one of his crooked deals.
I wouldn't try to talk to him just now, b'y! He's some crooked today!
Synonyms for crooked
Depending on context, synonyms include wry, unscrupulous, corrupt, contorted, tortuous, irregular.
Antonyms for crooked
Common opposites include straight.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bent, bending, anfractuous, twisty, tortuous, twisted.
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