distorted
adjective
dis·tort·ed
di-ˈstȯr-təd 
: 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
Roy A. RappaportWhat 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
Norman CousinsExamples of distorted in a Sentence
surgery to correct a distorted foot
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These protective thoughts are normal, but unhelpful and may be a little distorted.
—Chamin Ajjan, CNBC, 12 July 2025
The distorted, slow-motion sound feels like sinking quicksand, and the ornamental qanun strings are perfect for Abu Dhabi plug talk.
—Peter A. Berry, Variety, 11 July 2025
At the same time, his images reflect the tension inherent in humanity’s relationship with nature, pondering in what distorted ways humans treat the natural world.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 10 July 2025
That concern could stem from parosmia, a distorted sense of smell, or olfactory hallucinations, where unpleasant smells are imagined.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
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Chamin Ajjan, CNBC, 12 July 2025
The distorted, slow-motion sound feels like sinking quicksand, and the ornamental qanun strings are perfect for Abu Dhabi plug talk.
—Peter A. Berry, Variety, 11 July 2025
At the same time, his images reflect the tension inherent in humanity’s relationship with nature, pondering in what distorted ways humans treat the natural world.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 10 July 2025
That concern could stem from parosmia, a distorted sense of smell, or olfactory hallucinations, where unpleasant smells are imagined.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for distorted
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“Distorted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/distorted. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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