Linear and Tortuous

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Linear adjective - Free from irregularities or digressions in course.

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Tortuous is an antonym for linear.

Tortuous adjective - Marked by a long series of irregular curves.

Usage example: a tortuous mountain road marked by numerous hairpin turns

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Linear is an antonym for tortuous.

Nearby Words: torturous, tort, tortuosity, tortuously

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