Serpentine

usgb/ˈsɜːrpəntiːn/
adjective

Moving or lying in a winding or curving path, like a snake.

The serpentine road made it difficult to drive fast.
Visual representation of "serpentine" - Moving or lying in a winding or curving path, like a snake.

Often appears as...

  • serpentine road
  • serpentine path
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Visual representation of "serpentine"
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Visual Imagery

Use 'serpentine' to create a vivid mental picture of a winding scene.

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The hikers followed the serpentine trail, with its twists and turns through the forest.
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Physical Movement

Apply 'serpentine' to describe something that moves in a sinuous manner.

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The dancer's serpentine motions captivated the audience.
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Not Always Literal

Sometimes 'serpentine' is used metaphorically to describe abstract concepts.

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The serpentine plot of the novel left readers intrigued and puzzled.
Visual representation of the word "Serpentine"

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