What does sinuate mean?
Sinuate means To advance in wavy or curvy manner, to bend, to curve, to wind in and out.
Sinuate
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
To advance in wavy or curvy manner, to bend, to curve, to wind in and out.
Definitions by Sense
- To advance in wavy or curvy manner, to bend, to curve, to wind in and out
- sinuous
- Having wavy indentation on its border or edge.
- (mycology, of gills) Roughly the same height for most of its length, becoming much shallower and then curving back towards the stem before reaching the attachment point.
Example Sentences
A road that sinuates through the valley.
In this group of mushrooms, the attachment of the gills to the stipe is sinuate.
Synonyms for sinuate
Antonyms for sinuate
Related Words
Word Forms
- sinuates
- sinuating
- sinuated
- more sinuate
- most sinuate
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sinuate?
Common synonyms include sinuous, smooth, wiggly, curved.
What is the opposite of sinuate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sinuate in a sentence?
A road that sinuates through the valley.
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