Synonyms of unfolds

unfolds

verb

present tense third-person singular of unfold

1

as in expands

to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area

carefully unfold that antique map so that it doesn't tear

Synonyms & Similar Words

• expands
• opens
• extends
• unfurls
• spreads (out)
• stretches (out)
• flares (out)
• fans (out)
• outstretches
• outspreads
• overspreads

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• closes
• folds
• contracts
• reduces
• condenses
• compresses
• compacts

2

as in evolves

to gradually become clearer or more detailed

as the situation unfolded, it became clear that more help would be needed

the movie became more interesting once the mystery began to unfold

Synonyms & Similar Words

• evolves
• progresses
• grows
• develops
• elaborates
• emerges
• proceeds
• matures
• ripens
• marches
• fares
• gets on
• advances
• materializes
• blossoms
• gets along
• plays out
• forges

3

as in flowers

to produce flowers

the rosebud unfolded literally overnight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flowers
• blooms
• blossoms
• burgeons
• blows
• leaves
• effloresces
• opens
• buds
• leafs

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fades
• dies
• expires
• dries up
• withers
• shrivels
• drops
• perishes
• wilts

4

as in appears

to come into view

the majestic landscape unfolded before us

Synonyms & Similar Words

• appears
• shows
• comes
• arrives
• looms
• rises
• materializes
• reappears
• happens
• emerges
• comes out
• turns up
• shows up
• erupts
• occurs
• arises
• resurfaces
• surfaces
• dawns
• debuts
• blossoms
• breaks out
• crops (up)
• bulks
• springs (up)
• breaks
• shoots (up)
• issues
• outcrops
• bobs (up)
• rematerializes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disappears
• goes (away)
• dissolves
• fades
• vanishes
• evaporates
• clears
• melts (away)
• leaves
• departs
• withdraws
• retires
• evanesces

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unfolds

Tune in to see as the action unfolds from Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, NC. — Data Skrive, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026

This is often considered the peak season for the migration, as the drama of the Mara River crossings unfolds. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Plenty of other tough decisions await Illinois lawmakers and regulators as the debate unfolds. — John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

However, every El Niño event is different, and other weather patterns will also determine how winter unfolds. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026

One of the newest additions in the center of Reims, a short stroll from the cathedral, Le N3 by Champagne Thiénot unfolds in a period town house above the historic cellars of the namesake family maison (tours and tastings are also available). — Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Aug. 2026

Northern Spain is expected to be one of the most popular destinations for eclipse chasers thanks to its relatively accessible location and the low evening sun on the big day, which could create dramatic views as totality unfolds close to sunset. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 6 Aug. 2026

In the book, Alex is a computer nerd but the series gave him greater emotional depth and his relationship with Jackie unfolds slightly differently. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026

Cohen added that showcasing the local food scene and culture alongside all the drama that unfolds on a trip has become essential to these episodes. — Meredith Lepore, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026