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Sinuous

SIN-yoo-uhs

Definition

(adjective) Having many curves and turns; lithe and graceful in movement.

Example

The sinuous path through the forest twisted like a river.

Word Origin

Mid 17th century: from Latin sinuosus, from sinus meaning “a bend” or “curve.”

Fun Fact

Sinuous doesn’t just describe shape—it often implies beauty, fluidity, or grace in motion. You’ll find it used to describe snakes, rivers, dancers, or even sentence structure. In design, a sinuous form can be elegant or hypnotic. In literature, it’s often paired with movement—like a sinuous melody, path, or gesture that draws the eye without abruptness.

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Lissome

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Lissome

LISS-um

Definition

(adjective) Flexible, supple, and graceful in movement or form.

Example

The dancer’s lissome movements captivated the audience as she seemed to glide effortlessly across the stage.

Word Origin

Lissome emerged in English in the early 19th century as a blend of lithe (meaning “flexible” or “bending easily”) and the suffix -some, which forms adjectives indicating a quality or tendency. It evolved from older variants like lithesome, highlighting the same sense of agile grace.

Fun Fact

Throughout history, graceful movement has been admired as a sign of discipline, control, and even spiritual harmony. In many cultures—from the Japanese tea ceremony to ballet and yoga—fluid motion represents inner balance as much as physical ability. Interestingly, scientists studying movement patterns have found that people naturally perceive lissome motion as more aesthetically pleasing because of its smooth, predictable flow, which mirrors patterns found in nature, like ocean waves or swaying trees.

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