CURVING Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

curving 1 of 2

adjective

as in curved

marked by a long series of irregular curves the curving shoreline on the island's south side is a beachcomber's paradise

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curving

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verb

present participle of curve

as in arching

to turn away from a straight line or course after following a straight path most of the way down the mountain, the ski trail abruptly curves to the right

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straightening

as in bending

to cause to turn away from a straight line curved the wood to make a bow

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Here, nothing comparable to a ball is physically curving through space. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026 Its flowing, inward-curving shape wraps around a 30-foot central tower, forming a space where people can come together to reflect, remember, and gather. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Its bright red star Antares marks the heart of the scorpion, with a curving tail extending downward toward the horizon. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026 Similar to other colubrids, this species possesses a Duvernoy’s gland—a venom gland located behind the eyes and connected by a tube to grooved, backward-curving teeth at the back of the upper jaw. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Aug. 2026 Mary’s body echoes the shape of the frame, curving around Jesus, her gaze following his. — Carmen Rosenberg-Miller, Artforum, 6 Aug. 2026 The Iraqi British architect became famous for her intensely futuristic style characterized by curving façades, sharp angles, and severe materials such as concrete and steel. — Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2026 Instead of straight paths, employ a curving pathway to reveal one part of the garden at a time. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026 Concave center Some pillows have an inward-curving center that has wide side supports. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for curving

Adjective

Emirates’ massive suite, which is perched over the center of Ashe, is being remodeled this year to emulate the spacious lounges and curved bar on its double-decker Airbus 380 planes.

— Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
The darkening will be incredibly subtle compared to that of a partial lunar eclipse, where the moon passes into Earth's intense inner shadow — the umbra — revealing our planet's curved silhouette on the lunar surface.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of curved

Adjective

Every floor and room is dedicated to specific watch brands and timepieces, featuring bespoke details like watch-hand door handles and winding-crown faucet handles, all crafted by Florentine artisans.

— Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
As such, the show takes you on a winding journey of France’s influential craftsmanship and its impact on America via archival looks, dazzling objects, and more modern creations.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 May 2026

Definition of winding

Verb

Miami has lost three of its last four overall since sweeping Washington in a three-game series last weekend.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
Following Miller’s and Young’s plea agreement, Missouri lawmakers were divided in their opinions on whether to change the sweeping stand-your-ground laws enacted in 2016.

— Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of sweeping

Verb

One of the more memorable instances finds Cole grabbing an open padlock off a door and using it to belt an opponent across the face before hooking the shackle into the dude’s mouth and using it to rip open his cheek.

— Alison Willmore, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2026
The toys have cross-generational appeal, as well, hooking kids, teens, adults and the collector market.

— Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of hooking

Adjective

Derby fixtures — meetings between teams brought together by geographical proximity and driven apart by rivalry — have their own twisted tempo and warped logic.

— George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Some have described this play as biting political theater and others as a suspense thriller or a twisted rom-com.

— Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of twisted

Verb

For example, in August 14 satellite photos, rows of dots appear arcing around the coast of Oman through the strait of Hormuz.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Sam Junqua played an arcing first-touch cross from 35 yards out on the left side to the back post and Marczuk gently rolled in the volley.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026

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