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What is another word for Distort? – 122 Distort Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    misrepresent exaggerate manipulate falsify deceive mislead misstate garble mangle twist contort pervert warp bias slant skew vitiate taint corrupt adulterate alter modify change disguise conceal camouflage misinterpret misjudge misunderstand misquote misattribute misapply

    Meaning of Distort

    To change the original or true meaning of something, such as a fact, figure, or statement, in order to deceive or mislead people

    Definitions

    • To change the shape or form of something, such as an object or image, in a way that is not natural or accurate
    • To affect or influence something, such as a sound or signal, in a way that changes its original quality or character

    Example Uses

    • The media can distort the truth by selectively reporting certain facts and ignoring others
    • The funhouse mirror distorted my reflection, making me look taller and thinner
    • The noise in the background distorted the audio, making it hard to hear what was being said

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    clarify clear rectify correct amend revise restore renew rejuvenate refresh straighten align adjust regulate calibrate verify validate confirm authenticate certify justify vindicate substantiate