twist
/twɪst/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #5071 in the learning path
拧；扭；扭转
Definitions
v. turn something so its parts rotate in different directions
拧；扭；扭转
n. an unexpected change in a story or situation
意外转折
v. change the meaning of something to mislead people
歪曲；曲解
Example
She twisted the wet towel over the sink.
她在水槽上方拧干湿毛巾。
Online reports sometimes twist scientific findings, making it difficult for readers to judge health risks accurately.
网络报道有时会歪曲科学研究结果，使读者难以准确判断健康风险。
Collocations
- twist your ankle
- a plot twist
- twist the facts
Word family
- twisted (adj)
Usage tip
twist既可指实际扭转，也可指歪曲事实。
FAQ
- What does twist mean?
- turn something so its parts rotate in different directions an unexpected change in a story or situation change the meaning of something to mislead people
- How is twist pronounced?
- UK /twɪst/, US /twɪst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
