1
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.
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IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020
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
IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for involute
Adjective
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Left unmanaged, these issues can disrupt family dynamics, derail careers, deplete wealth and complicate legacy planning.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Shifting trade policies, geopolitical risks, supply shortages and evolving regulatory landscapes all complicate decision-making.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Scientists still don't know why galaxies like this one take on this spiral shape, in part because of the sheer diversity of other examples.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
9 May 2025
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Many of these stars are massive, luminous and blue, giving the spiral arms their characteristic azure hue.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Human relationships are intricate and inherently messy, providing intangible benefits like growth through discomfort and emotional depth through complexity.—
Kim Samuel,
Time,
14 May 2025
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Much of the challenge, quite simply, lies in the German language — American consumers tend to be dissuaded by unfamiliar grape names, complex labels and Germany’s famously intricate classification system.—
Anna Lee Iijima,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2025
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After the afternoon prayers, the thunderstorm fading into the distance, a group of girls takes a winding cobblestone path through a thin area of woods and approaches a greenhouse.—
Lindsey McGinnis,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 May 2025
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Black Sands’ 12 teak bungalows are just steps from the beach, connected by a winding wooden boardwalk.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Clearly the Red Sox misread things here, but with Devers the situation is a little more complicated.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2025
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The plan gets more complicated than that and addresses other issues, but the main point is that the Republican proposal is a dramatic improvement over the current system.—
Matt Fleming,
Oc Register,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Special shoutout to Rachel McAdams as Margaret's mother, who delivers one of her warmest and most complex performances to date.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
EW.com,
10 May 2025
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The Heat need something complex, complex to a degree of impacting multiple players at multiple positions.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
10 May 2025
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Practical welt pockets, button closures, and adjustable cuffs maintain functionality, while thoughtful tonal stitching keeps the aesthetic sophisticated.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Micro-fulfillment centers come with their own risks, such as a heavy reliance on sophisticated robotics that can cause disruptions if errors occur.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
11 May 2025
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“Involute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/involute. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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