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Synonyms & Similar Words
misrepresents
exaggerates
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manipulates
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perverts
warps
twists
contaminates
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overstates
overemphasizes
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misexplains
misquotes
misattributes
Meaning of Distorts
The primary meaning of the word "Distorts" is to alter or change something in a way that makes it misleading or unrecognizable.
Definitions
- To change the original or true meaning of something, often to deceive or manipulate others
- To alter or modify something in a way that makes it unrecognizable or misleading
- To give a false or misleading impression of something
Etymology of Distorts
The word "Distorts" comes from the Old French word "distordre", which is derived from the Latin words "dis" (meaning "away from" or "opposite of") and "torquere" (meaning "to twist")
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of twisting or turning something away from its original or true meaning
Example Uses
- The media distorts the truth to attract more viewers and increase ratings
- The funhouse mirror distorts your reflection, making you look taller and thinner
- The politician's words distorts the facts, making it difficult to know what is true
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
clarifies
explains
interprets
represents
reflects
portrays
depicts
describes
outlines
summarizes
states
reports
presents
reveals
discloses
exposes
expresses
articulates
defines
illustrates