adj
Uncommon
warped
worpt
Warped (adj) means Bent or twisted out of the original, correct shape. Example: “The old floorboards were warped from years of damp.”
adj
1
Bent or twisted out of the original, correct shape.
"The old floorboards were warped from years of damp."
2
Of a person's thinking or attitude: distorted, strange, or morally skewed.
"He had a warped sense of humour that not everyone appreciated."
How to use warped
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTwisted out of shape, either physically or, describing someone's outlook, in a disturbing or distorted way.
Common pairings
warped sense of humour
warped logic
warped wood
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more warped
- Superlative
- most warped
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Etymology
Formed from warp and -ed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “warped” mean?
The word “warped” means bent or twisted out of the original, correct shape. In plain terms, twisted out of shape, either physically or, describing someone's outlook, in a disturbing or distorted way.
How do you pronounce “warped”?
“Warped” is pronounced worpt (/woɹpt/ in IPA).
How do you use “warped” in a sentence?
Here is “warped” used in a sentence: “The old floorboards were warped from years of damp.”
What part of speech is “warped”?
“Warped” is an adjective.
Is “warped” a common word?
“Warped” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “warped” have?
“Warped” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: bent or twisted out of the original, correct shape.
