wriggling

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
  2. adjective moving in a twisting or snake-like or wormlike fashion

Synonyms

writhe, wrestle, wriggle, worm, squirm, twist

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