Meaning of the word distorting in English

What does distorting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

distorting

US /dɪˈstɔːrtɪŋ/
UK /dɪˈstɔːtɪŋ/

Verb

1.

to twist or pull out of shape

Example:
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The funhouse mirror was distorting his reflection.
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The strong wind was distorting the shape of the trees.
2.

to misrepresent or give a misleading account of

Example:
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The media was accused of distorting the facts.
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He was careful not to distort the original meaning of the text.

Adjective

causing something to be twisted out of shape or misrepresented

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The distorting lens made everything look strange.
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He presented a distorting view of the situation.