Which of the following options is closest in meaning to the word Circuitous.

Answer: indirect

Definition: "Circuitous" means roundabout or not direct — taking a longer, winding route or using an indirect way of expressing something.

• Why "indirect" is correct: Both words describe something that is not straight or direct. "Circuitous" emphasizes a winding or roundabout path, which matches "indirect."

• Why "cyclic" is wrong: "Cyclic" means occurring in cycles or repeating; it does not convey being roundabout or indirect.

• Why "confusing" is wrong: Something circuitous can be confusing, but "confusing" means unclear. It does not capture the specific idea of a long or winding route.

• Why "crooked" is wrong: "Crooked" means bent, twisted, or dishonest; it does not mean roundabout or indirect.

Example: The driver's circuitous route took two hours instead of thirty minutes — it was indirect and roundabout.

Memory tip: Think of a circuit as a path that goes around — circuitous = taking a longer, winding path = indirect.