1811, past participle adjective from verb convolute (1690s), from Latin convolutus, past participle of convolvere (see convolution); or perhaps a back-formation from convolution. French has convoluté (18c.), in form a past participle adjective, without the verb.
实用例句
1. Despite its length and convoluted plot, "Asta's Book" is a rich and rewarding read.
虽然篇幅很长，而且情节复杂，但是《阿斯塔的书》仍不失为一部内容丰富、值得一读的作品。
来自柯林斯例句
2. The policy is so convoluted even college presidents are confused.
这项政策太令人费解，甚至连大学校长们也是一头雾水。
来自辞典例句
3. You've planning something in that convoluted pixie mind of yours.
你那颗爱恶作剧的复杂脑瓜子,是在盘算着什么花招吧.
来自辞典例句
4. Their relationship is somewhat ambiguous, it is convoluted like hemp vines.
他们的关系犹如葛藤,暧昧不清.
来自互联网
5. Such convoluted steps belie the underlying strength of what is being sold.