distorted

adjective

dis·tort·ed di-ˈstȯr-təd

Synonyms of distorted next

: altered from a true, natural, or normal state, shape, or condition

a distorted image

a distorted view/understanding of the situation

a distorted account of what happened

The public is, I believe, dimly aware of this aspect of ethnography, perhaps in romantically distorted ways, but aware nonetheless.—

Roy A. Rappaport

What happens is that you realize people in other countries tend to reach distorted conclusions about the U.S., and you feel obligated to provide what you believe is a full and balanced appraisal.—

Norman Cousins

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surgery to correct a distorted foot

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Through a process of contemplation and meditation, these granular memories are extensively blurred and distorted, transforming from seminal moments into luminous scenes laminated with personal meaning. —

The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 19 Sep. 2024 When 9/11 struck, my perception became even more distorted. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024 Hassan’s video came as a response to the distorted depiction of the neighbourhood in the 2024 Netflix series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar by the Indian filmmaker, Sanjay Leela Bhansali. —

Sonya Rehman, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 Researchers said the negative impact of this phenomenon can lead to a distorted view of what's normal. —

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