circuitous
/səːˈkjuːɪtəs/
adjective
(of a route or journey) longer than the most direct way.
Origin
Mid 17th century: from medieval Latin circuitosus, from circuitus ‘a way around’ (see circuit).
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In a vain attempt to be direct, John described the circuitous mental journey which lead to his decision.
