INVOLUTE Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

involute

adjective

ˈin-və-ˌlüt

Definition of involute

as in complicate

having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated the novel's deliberately involute plot is intended as a brainteaser for readers

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as in spiral

turning around an axis like the thread of a screw the chambered nautilus is readily identified by its involute seashell

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Recent Examples of involute Lucid has patented the involute profile of the gear teeth within its transmission, optimized for performance and efficiency to transmit maximum torque under power while spinning with the least resistance otherwise. — IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020

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Wilcox noted that overlaps between substance use and suicide complicate reduction efforts.

— Danielle J. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
Fires in salt cedar can create spotting conditions and complicate suppression efforts, especially on windy days, when embers are carried ahead of containment lines, according to the department.

— Joan Meiners, AZCentral.com, 4 May 2026

Definition of complicate

Adjective

Ragusa is a spiral sea snail, closer to a small murex than a clam, usually simmered in tomato with garlic and chili like most small Adriatic mollusks.

— Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
When the other three hatch a plan to finally break his streak before his wedding, things spiral rapidly out of control.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 17 July 2026

Definition of spiral

Adjective

Fabricating a purely electromechanical robot at the millimeter scale requires intricate, heavy motors that consume significant power, typically draining tiny batteries within mere minutes of operation.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 July 2026
With denim as its core fabric, the collection incorporated intricate plissé work, feather and floral constructions and delicate lace applications.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

Definition of intricate

Adjective

But what once looked like a potential breakout career in San Francisco has instead become a winding journey through multiple organizations, with the latest chapter ending after a short stay in the Dodgers' system.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
As such, the show takes you on a winding journey of France’s influential craftsmanship and its impact on America via archival looks, dazzling objects, and more modern creations.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 May 2026

Definition of winding

Adjective

An official also noted at a briefing last week that testing has taken longer because the genome of cyclospora is more complicated than that of other parasites.

— Blake Ellis, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
As anyone who has searched for the perfect white T-shirt knows, finding wardrobe basics can prove surprisingly complicated.

— Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 19 July 2026

Definition of complicated

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The resulting cocktail is viscerally refreshing, juicy, and bright, but also deeply flavored and complex.

— Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 18 July 2026
Those involved in Connecticut’s plans note that supporting the state’s workforce through the AI transition is complex.

— P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026

Definition of complex

Adjective

Nike’s most sophisticated cushioning to date will get you outside and hitting PRs in no time, also functioning at its prime from the gym to the errand run.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
From classic penny loafers to trendy ruched iterations, these shoes make a versatile and sophisticated alternative to other flats, easily elevating any outfit formula.

— India Roby, Glamour, 20 July 2026

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