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Synonyms of bend

8 similar words · 7 opposite words

Another word for bend is flex. Other synonyms of bend are curve, bow, crook and curb. The opposite of bend is unbend.

Synonyms and similar words for bend

verbTo cause (something) to change its shape into a curve, by physical force, chemical action, or any...

  • flexTo bend something.

verbMore synonyms

  • bowTo bend or curve, particularly downward.
  • curbTo bend or curve.
  • curl
  • curveTo bend; to crook.
  • crookTo bend, or form into a hook.
  • incurvateTo bend (especially inwards); to give a curved shape to.
  • courb obsoleteTo bend; to bow.

Opposite of bend

verbMore antonyms

Meaning of bend

  1. verb To cause (something) to change its shape into a curve, by physical force, chemical action, or any other means.
  2. verb To become curved.
  3. verb To cause to change direction.

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Questions about synonyms of bend

What is another word for bend?
Bend has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as flex, curve, bow, crook and curb.
What is the opposite of bend?
The opposite of bend is unbend.
What does bend mean?
Bend means to cause (something) to change its shape into a curve, by physical force, chemical action, or any other means.

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