Synonyms of distortion

distortion

noun

di-ˈstȯr-shən 

as in deformation

the twisting of something out of its natural or normal shape or condition

had to total the car due to a distortion of the chassis resulting from collision

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deformation
• deformity
• warping
• contortion
• misshaping
• torturing
• screwing
• disfigurement
• squinching
• defacement
• malformation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of distortion

That distortion should gradually alter S301's orbit — because the star ventures so close to Sagittarius A*, those changes may become measurable within about a decade. — Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 19 Aug. 2026

Lamont sees greater potential for distortions in individual names and corners of the market favored by retail traders. — Lisa Kim,lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026

The sound stage felt bludgeoned into submission throughout, as the intense distortion of bass, percussion and guitars made the instrument separation within the mix almost inaudible. — Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026

By 2019, the final year before pandemic distortion, that figure had fallen by more than half. — Jason Bordoff, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026