Synonyms for

Winding

Verb / ˈwaɪndɪŋ / Another word for winding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having or taking a twisting or curving course

Synonyms & similar words

hoist wrap twisting voluminous wind tortuous weave meandering lift wander scent nose unwind meander twist thread curve windup wandering twine rambling roll twisty wreathe twisty curvy serpentine meandering sinuous circuitous tortuous convoluted wavy bent crooked curled curving roundabout snaky turning twining twisted voluting zigzag

Synonyms by register

Formal

sinuous meandering circuitous tortuous

Informal

twisty bendy curvy wiggly

Literary

serpentine undulating labyrinthine

Antonyms

straight direct uncomplicated linear even level

Common collocations

  • winding road
  • winding path
  • winding river
  • winding staircase
  • winding down
  • winding up
  • winding through

Word family

noun winding
verb wind
adjective winding
adverb windingly

Usage note

As an adjective, 'winding' describes something that turns or bends. As a verb, 'wind' means to turn or coil something, or to move in a twisting or turning direction.

Example sentences

  1. The river had a winding path through the forest.
  2. The winding staircase led to the top of the tower.
  3. The car drove along the winding road in the mountains.
  4. The vine had a winding stem that wrapped around the trellis.
  5. The path through the maze was winding and confusing.

Quotes

  • The path of least resistance is the path of the loser. The winding road leads to the top.
  • Life is like a winding road. You never know what's around the corner.
  • The road of life is a winding path. You never know what's ahead.

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