Synonyms of straighten

straighten

verb

ˈstrā-tᵊn 

as in to unbend

to cause to follow a line that is without bends or curls

straighten that extension cord—it should be just long enough to reach the wall outlet

Synonyms & Similar Words

• unbend
• uncurl
• unkink
• unwind
• uncoil
• unroll
• untwist
• disentangle
• untangle
• untwine

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• curve
• bend
• curl
• bend
• arc
• round
• bow
• turn
• hook
• crook
• twist
• loop
• swirl
• twine
• wind
• kink
• entwine
• spiral
• coil

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of straighten

Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control. — Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026

Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 July 2026

By precisely controlling air pressure, the system can bend and straighten each finger independently while also assisting wrist rotation. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026

Choose the Auto option to let the program decide how to crop and straighten your image. — Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026

Phrases Containing straighten

• straighten (up or out)