Crooked

/ˈkrʊkɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not straight or aligned; bent or twisted.

The crooked path through the forest made the hike more challenging.

Dishonest or corrupt; morally or ethically wrong.

The crooked businessman was caught embezzling funds from his company.

Having an irregular, wavy, or uneven shape.

She admired the crooked lines of the artwork, appreciating its abstract nature.

In a state of disarray or disorganization.

After the storm, the fence was left in a crooked position.

Middle English; from Old Norse 'krókr' meaning 'bend'.

crooked as a dog's hind leg

Used to describe someone very dishonest.

crooked smile

A smile that is not symmetrical, often used to imply mischief.

crooked path

A route that is not straight, often used metaphorically.

curve

A smoothly flowing, continuous line or trajectory.

bend

To shape or force something straight into a curve or angle.

deceit

The action of lying or tricking someone.

Untrustworthy or dishonest.

He's known to have a crooked side, so be careful.

Illegal activities or dealings.

That business has a lot of crooked connections.