Synonyms of untwist

untwist

verb

ˌən-ˈtwist 

as in to unravel

to separate the various strands of

untwisted the ball of thread

Synonyms & Similar Words

• unravel
• untangle
• disentangle
• unsnarl
• untwine
• unweave
• unbraid
• fray
• unlay
• ravel (out)
• undo
• untie
• uncoil
• smooth
• straighten (out)
• unroll
• unwind
• unlace
• unknot
• fret
• unthread
• unstring

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• entangle
• knot
• snarl
• tie
• tangle
• wind
• ply
• braid
• splice
• lace
• plait

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of untwist

In a feat of precision physics, researchers from Cornell and Stanford Universities have filmed atoms twisting and untwisting in perfect sync, a choreography that unfolds in just a trillionth of a second. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2025

In rare cases, a volvulus can partially resolve on its own if the twist or obstruction is not severe and the intestine untwists spontaneously. — Sarah Jividen, Health, 22 Sep. 2024

After a few days or a week, gently untwist each section to give the hair a new style, which will be bigger and show off the hair's texture. — Dory Zayas, Parents, 26 July 2024

Twist hair onto the barrel, holding for a few seconds near the root, and then untwist. — Claire Sullivan, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019