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    distortion
    /dɪˈstɔːʃn/

    noun

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  2. Distortion is a change to the intended or true meaning, shape, or sound of something. Learn more about the different types of distortion and see examples from the Cambridge English Corpus.

    • Distort

      to change or affect something, especially in a way that...

  3. The meaning of DISTORTION is the act of twisting or altering something out of its true, natural, or original state : the act of distorting. How to use distortion in a sentence.

  4. noun. the act or an instance of distorting or the state of being distorted. something that is distorted. an aberration of a lens or optical system in which the magnification varies with the lateral distance from the axis. electronics. an undesired change in the shape of an electromagnetic wave or signal.

  5. A distortion is a change, twist, or exaggeration that makes something appear different from the way it really is. You can distort an image, a thought, or even an idea. To say that I never take out the garbage is a distortion of the facts.

  6. Distortion is the changing of something into something that is not true or not acceptable, or the changing of the appearance or sound of something in a way that makes it seem strange or unclear. Learn more about the word forms, synonyms, pronunciation, examples and usage of distortion in different contexts.

  7. Distortion is a change for the worse, a deformation, or a misrepresentation of something. It can also refer to an optical or electrical phenomenon, or a psychological process. See different meanings and usage of distortion in various contexts.

  8. Distort means to change the shape, meaning, or condition of something, especially in a negative way. Learn how to use this verb in different contexts with synonyms, antonyms, and examples from the Cambridge Dictionary.