involute

adjective

ˈin-və-ˌlüt How to pronounce involute (audio)
Definition of involutenext
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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2
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. — IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for involute
  1. complicate
  2. spiral
  3. intricate
  4. winding
  5. complicated
  6. complex
  7. sophisticated
Adjective
  • The company very deliberately targets large enterprise customers, which have the biggest and most complicate supply chain ecosystems.
    — David Prosser, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Wilcox noted that overlaps between substance use and suicide complicate reduction efforts.
    — Danielle J. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
Definition of complicate
Adjective
  • Walmart sold spiral notebooks for 35 cents each and Office Max tied with Walmart both selling folders for 25 cents.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Why do some child actors spiral in their lives and other ones are like Hilary Duff?
    — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of spiral
Adjective
  • The lab's advanced technology, including 64 Vicon cameras, allows for intricate action and dance choreography, even blending with AI for real-time animation, and has attracted international gaming projects.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Like Dante, Nick Tosches was an undaunted character whose tongue-twisting prose was an iconoclastic mash-up of realism and intricate, erudite lyricism.
    — A.D. Amorosi, SPIN, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of intricate
Adjective
  • Every floor and room is dedicated to specific watch brands and timepieces, featuring bespoke details like watch-hand door handles and winding-crown faucet handles, all crafted by Florentine artisans.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • As such, the show takes you on a winding journey of France’s influential craftsmanship and its impact on America via archival looks, dazzling objects, and more modern creations.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 May 2026
Definition of winding
Adjective
  • Officials said deep peat soil, limited water supplies, difficult access and strong winds have complicated efforts, even with three helicopters conducting aerial firefighting operations.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • When given a complicated test, AI models (the industry term for the systems behind products like ChatGPT and Claude) find a way to maximize the score without doing the task the score was meant to measure.
    — Craig S. Smith, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of complicated
Adjective
  • Instead of sending all incoming data through complex software processing, some of the work could happen directly in the semiconductor hardware.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The company has said the cleanup is complex and requires patience.
    — Celina Tebor, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of complex
Adjective
  • Cool and Classic A breezy button-down, linen pants, go-to sunglasses, and elevated leather sandals come together for an outfit that takes seconds to throw on, but still looks sophisticated.
    — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Park Tower is positioned for travelers seeking European elegance and historical prestige in Argentina’s sophisticated capital.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of sophisticated

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“Involute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/involute. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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