un·bend ( n-b nd )v. un·bent (-b nt ), un·bend·ing, un·bends v.tr.1. To release from mental tension, strain, or formality; relax. 2. To release (a bow, for example) from flexure or tension. 3. Nautical To untie or loosen (a rope or sail). 4. To straighten (something crooked or bent): unbend a paper clip. v.intr.1. To become less tense; relax. 2. To become less strict. 3. To become straight.
un·bend a·ble adj. |
unbend Verb [-bending, -bent] to become less strict or more informal in one's attitudes or behaviour
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms | Verb | 1. | unbend - straighten up or out; make straight | | 2. | unbend - unfasten, as a sail, from a spar or a stayunfasten - cause to become undone; "unfasten your belt" | | 3. | unbend - free from flexure; "unbend a bow" twist, bend, deform, flex, turn - cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form; "bend the rod"; "twist the dough into a braid"; "the strong man could turn an iron bar" | | 4. | unbend - make less taut; "relax the tension on the rope"loosen, loose - make loose or looser; "loosen the tension on a rope" | | 5. | unbend - become less tense, rest, or take one's ease; "He relaxed in the hot tub"; "Let's all relax after a hard day's work"vege out, vegetate - engage in passive relaxation; "After a hard day's work, I vegetate in front of the television" change state, turn - undergo a transformation or a change of position or action; "We turned from Socialism to Capitalism"; "The people turned against the President when he stole the election" | | 6. | unbend - release from mental strain, tension, or formality; "unbend the mind from absorbing too much information" |
Translations unbend [ʌnˈbɛnd] irreg like bend) vi (= relax) → aus sich herausgehen unbend [ʌnˈbɛnd] vb ( irreg)
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