Unbend

Quick meaning: Unbend is a verb meaning To remove a bend so as to make, or allow to become, straight.

Meaning

To remove a bend so as to make, or allow to become, straight.

More Meanings

1. To release (a load) from a strain or from exertion; to set at ease for a time; to relax.
2. (nautical) To unfasten sails from the spars or stays to which are attached for use.
3. To cast loose or untie
4. To cease to be bent; to become straight.
5. To relax in exertion, attention, severity, or the like
6. (archaic) to enjoy oneself; to become affable and free from formality

Example Sentences

to unbend a bow

Unbend the rope.

You do unbend your noble strength.

to unbend the mind from study or care

Word Forms

• unbends
• unbending
• unbent
• unbended

Synonyms for unbend

Depending on context, synonyms include unwind, relax, decompress, unlax, slow down, straighten.

Antonyms for unbend

Common opposites include twist, tense, bend, flex, deform.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include decompress, unwind, unlax, slow down, relax, straighten.

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