circuitous

UK
/sɜːˈkjuːɪtəs/
US
/sɜrˈkjuːɪtəs/

Translations

circuitousadjective
more circuitous
Comp.
most circuitous
Super.
UK
/sɜːˈkjuːɪtəs/
US
/sɜrˈkjuːɪtəs/
The path through the forest was circuitous and took much longer than expected.
Путь через лес был окольным и занял гораздо больше времени, чем ожидалось.

Definitions

circuitousadjective
Having a circular or winding course; not direct.
The hikers took a circuitous route through the forest to avoid the steep hill.
Not being forthright or direct in language or action.
Her explanation was so circuitous that it left everyone more confused than before.