Meaning of 'contorted'

raul · Wed Jul 19, 2006 2:28 am *Meaning of 'contorted'*

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #34 "Teaching your Wife to Drive", question 4

The situation is more ......... if the learner is a member of your family.

(a) confirmed
(b) contorted
(c) complicated
(d) confused

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #34 "Teaching your Wife to Drive", answer 4

The situation is more complicated if the learner is a member of your family.

Correct answer: (c) complicated
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what does contorted mean?

Raul

Alan · Wed Jul 19, 2006 8:08 am *Contorted*

Hi,

This means twisted - in other words not straight. the branches of a tree can be contorted if they twist and turn instead of going out in a straight line.

Alan
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