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

Abnormally or unnaturally shaped; misshapen.

"The tree had a deformed trunk from years of wind exposure."

How to use deformed

Learner’s notes

In 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.

more deformed comparative, most deformed superlative

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The tree had a _____ trunk from years of wind exposure.

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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.