Definitions and Examples of unravel, untangle
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To undo or separate the threads of something that has been woven or knitted.
Example
She accidentally pulled on the thread and caused the sweater to unravel.
To separate or straighten out something that is tangled or knotted.
Example
He spent hours trying to untangle the fishing line.
Key Differences: unravel vs untangle
- 1Unravel specifically refers to undoing something that has been woven or knitted.
- 2Untangle refers to separating or straightening out something that is tangled or knotted.
Effective Usage of unravel, untangle
- 1Crafts: Use weave and unravel when talking about knitting, crocheting, or other crafts that involve weaving threads together.
- 2Problem Solving: Use untangle when talking about solving problems or untangling complicated situations.
- 3Metaphors: Use these antonyms in metaphors to describe complex relationships or situations.
Remember this!
The antonyms of weave are unravel and untangle. Use unravel when talking about undoing something that has been woven or knitted. Use untangle when talking about separating or straightening out something that is tangled or knotted. These words can be used in crafts, problem-solving, and metaphors to describe complex relationships or situations.