Synonyms of arc

arc 1 of 2

noun

ˈärk 

as in curvature

something that curves or is curved

the stars seemed to align themselves into one vast glittering arc

Synonyms & Similar Words

• curvature
• curve
• angle
• bend
• turn
• arch
• wind
• bow
• crook
• fold
• slope
• inflection
• corner
• twist
• curl
• circle
• coil
• winding
• loop
• warp
• spiral
• ring
• round
• reflection
• swirl
• kink
• flexure
• convolution
• incline
• buckle
• inclination
• curlicue
• ringlet
• hairpin
• decline
• turnoff
• incurvature
• dogleg

arc

2 of 2

verb

as in to curve

to turn away from a straight line or course

the ball arced toward the batter and nearly hit him

Synonyms & Similar Words

• curve
• sweep
• round
• bow
• arch
• fall off
• trend
• wheel
• bend
• loop
• circle
• wind
• hook
• crook
• turn
• swerve
• spiral
• curl
• coil
• deviate
• twist
• curlicue
• veer

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• straighten

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of arc

Noun

The story plays with the slipperiness of identity and desire in a way that bolsters the horror of its lead character’s arc. — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026

Thompson struggled to make shots, scoring six points on 2-of-11 shooting from behind the arc. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

Verb

Unlike a conventional ballistic missile, which follows a relatively predictable arcing trajectory, an HGV generates aerodynamic lift and can maneuver during its descent. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2026

With MacIver well off her line, Gutierres bent an arcing shot into the net from 40 yards out on the right side. — ABC News, 13 Sep. 2026