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serpentine

adjective

/ˈsɜːrpənˌtiːn/

Meaning

Having the shape, movement, or qualities of a serpent; winding or twisting.

The road took a serpentine path through the mountains.

winding, twisting, meandering, sinuous, coiling

straight, direct, linear

serpentine path, serpentine movement, serpentine line, serpentine road

Fair and just, treating everyone with equal consideration.

Related to or caused by oxidation, especially cellular damage from free radicals.

Done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed; spontaneous.

Not made less intense or relieved; unrelieved.

Having or showing good judgment; wise and sensible.

giving or conveying a warning or reprimand