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to distort
01
to change the shape or condition of something in a way that is no longer clear or natural
Transitive: to distort shape of something
Examples
Twisting the metal frame will distort its structure and weaken its integrity.
02
to change and twist a fact, idea, etc. in a way that no longer conveys its true meaning
Transitive: to distort a fact or idea
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
action verb
regular
present tense
distort
3rd person singular
distorts
present participle
distorting
past simple
distorted
past participle
distorted
Examples
The tabloid newspaper distorted the politician's statements.
03
to become twisted or warped out of shape, often due to pressure, heat, or other external factors
Intransitive
Examples
The wooden fence panels distorted after prolonged exposure to heavy rain.
Lexical Tree
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