Synonyms of unfurled

unfurled 1 of 2

adjective

as in unfolded

Related Words

• unfolded
• unbuttoned
• unlocked
• unzipped
• unclenched
• unlatched
• unsealed
• unfastened
• wide
• revealed
• unclasped
• gaping
• exposed
• unbolted
• unbarred
• unoccupied
• cleared
• emptied
• yawning
• navigable
• vacant
• empty
• unobstructed
• unclosed
• passable
• unstopped
• open
• clear
• unclogged
• enterable
• free

Dissimilar Words

• stopped
• blocked
• closed
• shut
• plugged
• stuffed
• jammed
• clogged
• obstructed
• uncleared
• hampered
• impassable
• hindered
• constricted
• cramped
• gated
• blockaded
• encumbered
• dammed
• trammeled
• impeded
• interfered (with)
• barricaded

unfurled

2 of 2

verb

past tense of unfurl

as in opened

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

after the protestors had unfurled their banner, it stretched from one side of the visitors' gallery to the other

Synonyms & Similar Words

• opened
• expanded
• extended
• unfolded
• outstretched
• spread (out)
• stretched (out)
• flared (out)
• outspread
• fanned (out)
• overspread

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• folded
• closed
• contracted
• reduced
• compressed
• condensed
• compacted

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unfurled

Adjective

One of the key features is the dramatic spiral roof, which takes cues from an unfurled Chinese folding fan, a space that is accessible to visitors and serves as an observation deck overlooking the Huangpu River and the city's skyline. — New Atlas, 5 July 2026

The Waseca County Honor Guard carried the flag out of the fairgrounds hall, and with about 35 volunteers around its perimeter, the red, white and blue was fully unfurled in all its glory for the first time in decades. — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 4 July 2026

Wrapping my fingers around the Razr+, whether unfurled or wide open, is an absolute dream, thanks to rounded edges that nestle nicely into my palm without digging in. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026

The next-gen satellites have antennas that cover nearly 2,400 square feet (223 square meters) when unfurled — that's larger than any other commercial communications arrays ever deployed in space. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 June 2026

When unfurled, the inner side of the shroud reveals a logo combining the numbers 2 and 8. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026

Verb

The investigative reporter who previously reignited worries worldwide about nuclear war has this time unfurled a terrifyingly plausible scenario in which weaponized pathogens quickly wipe out humanity. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 19 Aug. 2026

Midge’s story unfurled in 8-page increments in Naughty Bits, a periodical comic from Fantagraphics anthologizing Gregory’s work, which ran 40 issues from 1991-2004. — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

The group unfurled a Palestinian flag during a performance at the Star Theatre in Singapore on July 29. — Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026

The rumors haven’t left much to the imagination, but Samsung has unfurled its 2026 foldable lineup today. — ArsTechnica, 22 July 2026

At some point on Friday, the tapestry was due to be unfurled on a very long table with the help of 100 members of staff. — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 17 July 2026

At the end of the game, with the defending champion celebrating the brilliant comeback win, a banner was unfurled by Giovani Lo Celso on the pitch. — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 15 July 2026

Then, Charisma unfurled a set of ultrasound images before the two shared a kiss. — Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026

When the rain cleared, an American flag that covered most of the outfield was unfurled during the national anthem, and the fog slowly crept in. — Andy Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026