What is the antonym of “bend”?
The antonyms of bend are straighten and flatten. The antonym straighten means to make something no longer bent or curved, while the antonym flatten means to make something no longer have bumps or curves.
Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
straighten
To make something no longer bent or curved.
Example
He used a hair straightener to straighten his curly hair.
flatten
To make something no longer have bumps or curves.
Example
She used a rolling pin to flatten the dough for the pizza.
How are these antonyms different from each other?
- 1Straighten is used when something is no longer bent or curved.
- 2Flatten is used when something is no longer bumpy or has curves.
Good things to know
- 1Instructing: Use straighten when giving instructions on how to make something straight.
- 2Cooking: Use flatten when giving instructions on how to make something flat.
- 3Physical Activities: Use straighten when talking about posture or body position.
Remember this!
The antonyms of bend are straighten and flatten. Use straighten when something is no longer bent or curved, and use flatten when something is no longer bumpy or has curves. These words can be used in instructing, cooking, and physical activities.
