adj
Uncommon
deformed
dih-FAWMD
Deformed (adj) means Abnormally or unnaturally shaped; misshapen. Example: “The tree had a deformed trunk from years of wind exposure.”
adj
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Abnormally or unnaturally shaped; misshapen.
"The tree had a deformed trunk from years of wind exposure."
How to use deformed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot shaped the way it normally should be.
When to use it
When describing people or bodies, plainer or more clinical alternatives are often preferred to avoid sounding harsh.
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- Comparative
- more deformed
- Superlative
- most deformed
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What does “deformed” mean?
The word “deformed” means abnormally or unnaturally shaped; misshapen. In plain terms, not shaped the way it normally should be.
How do you pronounce “deformed”?
“Deformed” is pronounced dih-FAWMD (/dɪˈfɔːmd/ in IPA).
How do you use “deformed” in a sentence?
Here is “deformed” used in a sentence: “The tree had a deformed trunk from years of wind exposure.”
What part of speech is “deformed”?
“Deformed” is an adjective.
Is “deformed” a common word?
“Deformed” is an uncommon word in modern English.
