bendy
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for bendy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Easy to bend; flexible.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Easy to bend; flexible.
“The gymnast has incredibly bendy joints.”
Opposites
How to use bendy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bendy road
bendy straw
bendy bus
Etymology
From bend plus the adjective-forming suffix -y, going back to the Old English verb bendan, "to bend."
Full origin of bendy →Frequently asked questions
What does “bendy” mean?
The word “bendy” means easy to bend; flexible. In plain terms, something that flexes or curves easily, whether that's a body, an object, or a road.
How do you pronounce “bendy”?
“Bendy” is pronounced BEHN-dee (/ˈbɛndi/ in IPA).
How do you use “bendy” in a sentence?
Here is “bendy” used in a sentence: “The gymnast has incredibly bendy joints.”
What part of speech is “bendy”?
Depending on how it is used, “bendy” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “bendy” come from?
The word “bendy” comes from Old English. From bend plus the adjective-forming suffix -y, going back to the Old English verb bendan, "to bend.".
How many meanings does “bendy” have?
“Bendy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: easy to bend; flexible.
