1. An explanation that is unnecessarily complex, confusing, or difficult to understand due to its twisted or intricate nature
His convoluted explanation of the project left everyone more confused than before.
Sua explicação complicada do projeto deixou todos mais confusos do que antes.
2. A lengthy or roundabout way of explaining something that could be stated more simply
The lawyer's convoluted explanation of the contract took three hours.
A explicação complicada do contrato pelo advogado levou três horas.