straighten
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for straighten, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make something straight, or to become straight.
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.
How to use straighten
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Formed from "straight" plus the verb-forming suffix "-en."
Full origin of straighten →Frequently asked questions
What does “straighten” mean?
The word “straighten” means to make something straight, or to become straight. In plain terms, to make crooked things straight, or to tidy up a messy situation.
How do you pronounce “straighten”?
“Straighten” is pronounced STRAYTN (/ˈstɹeɪtn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “straighten” in a sentence?
Here is “straighten” used in a sentence: “He straightened the crooked picture frame on the wall.”
What part of speech is “straighten”?
“Straighten” is a verb.
Is “straighten” a common word?
“Straighten” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “straighten” have?
“Straighten” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make something straight, or to become straight.