Synonyms of weaves

weaves

verb

present tense third-person singular of weave

1

as in twists

to cause to twine about one another

as they have for the past two centuries, crafters continue to weave osiers into the distinctive baskets that are the island's trademark

Synonyms & Similar Words

• twists
• braids
• intertwines
• blends
• mixes
• entwines
• interweaves
• plies
• interlaces
• implicates
• writhes
• wreathes
• laces
• fuses
• inweaves
• enlaces
• plaits
• intertwists
• links
• plats
• joins
• pleaches

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unwinds
• untangles
• uncoils
• disentangles
• untwines

2

as in intersperses

to scatter or set here and there among other things

a political commentator who slyly weaves lies into the truth

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intersperses
• combines
• mixes
• incorporates
• interweaves
• inserts
• threads
• interlaces
• salts
• blends
• juxtaposes
• integrates
• mingles
• laces
• merges
• intermingles
• wreathes
• alternates
• embodies
• fuses
• amalgamates
• assimilates
• commingles

3

as in ducks

to move suddenly aside or to and fro

a van weaving through traffic with reckless speed

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ducks
• dodges
• zigzags
• turns
• sidesteps
• escapes
• slaloms
• avoids
• slips
• slides
• evades
• jinks
• eludes
• deflects
• parries
• skirts
• shirks

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of weaves

As in the novel, Clarissa weaves two seemingly disparate narratives — one about a wealthy woman, the other about a soldier with PTSD — into one story about fate, existentialism, and time. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026

Intricate leather weaves reinterpreted the brand’s classic bags and shoes, while denim, crystal embroidery and ostrich-effect materials added pizzazz to the lineup. — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Like some of the music, the album artwork also pays homage to the animal world and our interconnectedness—the abstract piece offers a single line drawing that weaves in outlines of a panting dog, screeching cat, stoic bunny, and wise owl. — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 28 Sep. 2026

With Tea weaves together art, wellness, travel, and culture into a beautiful ode. — Air Mail, 19 Sep. 2026

The deeply personal doc weaves together observational footage with 16mm films created by Harry and Liz, to explore friendship, illness, and how film and creativity can bring two people closer. — Katherine Brodsky, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

As the rhythmic clicking of a dozen sewing machines echoes through his small workshop, Ainé Pathé Ouédraogo weaves through the room, checking seams and hems. — Colette Davidson, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Sep. 2026

Her narrative weaves together two genres she has long been known for, crime fiction and science fiction, and continues Mandel's explorations of chaos, identity, impermanence and transcendence. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

Try the Whiteside Mountain jaunt, which weaves up 750-foot-tall cliffs, or hike a stretch along the 2,200-mile Appalachian National Scenic Trail, which leads to viewpoints like Wesser Bald Fire Tower. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026