Synonyms for unbend
Most common
Definitions
- v. 1
To remove a bend so as to make, or allow to become, straight.
Forms
- Past participle
- unbent
e.g. unbent → relaxed, rested, remitted, decompressed…
Example sentences
- relax I can't relax for a second when the kids are home.
- remit We will need to remit the case to a superior court.
- unwind Let's unwind and enjoy some comfort food together.
- straighten First, straighten your legs, then flex your feet.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| unbend | steady | |
| relax | rising | |
| remit | steady | |
| unwind | rising | |
| straighten | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- rest1
- 5 letters
- relax2, remit2
- 6 letters
- unwind2
- 10 letters
- straighten2, decompress
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (relax2 = 2 syllables).