Want to say knotted differently? Here are other words for knotted and its similar synonyms and opposite words to say in unique way.
Meaning of knotted
The primary meaning of the word "knotted" refers to something that is tied or fastened with a knot, or something that is complicated or difficult to understand.
Etymology of knotted
The word "knotted" comes from the Old English word "cnotta", which referred to a knot or a lump, and the suffix "-ed", which forms the past tense or past participle of a verb.
The word has been used in English since the 9th century, and has evolved to include a range of meanings related to knots, ties, and complicated or intricate structures.
Synonyms
tangled
twisted
knotty
corded
braided
intertwined
entwined
snarled
matted
knobby
bunched
clustered
tied
fastened
secured
looped
coiled
curled
wrapped
wound
enmeshed
ensnared
complicated
complex
intricate
gnarled
distorted
contorted
convoluted
curved
bent
bowed
crooked
irregular
uneven
rough
rugged
jagged
serrated
notched
indented
dented
pocked
pitted
furrowed
creased
wrinkled
crumpled
rumpled
disheveled
unkempt
uncombed
unbrushed
unsmooth
unpolished
coarse
roughhewn
crude
unfinished
unrefined.
Definitions
- Having a knot or knots, especially one that is difficult to untie
- Complicated or difficult to understand, with many interconnected or intertwined parts
- Tied or fastened with a knot, especially in a way that is secure or tight
Usage Examples
- The rope was knotted in several places, making it difficult to untangle.
- The knotted wood made it difficult to carve a smooth surface.
- The professor's knotted explanation of the complex theory left many students confused.
Antonyms
untangled
unknotted
smooth
straight
even
regular
uniform
simple
uncomplicated
clear
straightforward
easy
effortless
unencumbered
free
unobstructed
unimpeded
unhindered
unblocked
unhampered
unrestricted
unconfined
untied
unfastened
unsecured
loose
slack
relaxed
calm
serene
peaceful
tranquil
composed
collected
organized
systematic
methodical
streamlined.