Contort/kənˈtɔːrt/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Physical Distortion Used to describe actions that change the normal shape of something in an extreme way. He contorted the wire into a loop. Pro Tip 2/3Human Flexibility Often relates to people showing physical flexibility or discomfort. The gymnast contorted her body impressively. Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotations Implies a sense of discomfort or unnatural bending, usually not positive. In agony, he contorted on the ground.