Knot

Synonyms of knot

• tie
• bend
• twist

Antonyms of knot

• untie
• loosen
• unbind

Collocations of knot

tie knot

Frequency: 80 %

He learned how to tie a knot in Boy Scouts.

untie knot

Frequency: 70 %

She struggled to untie the knot in the rope.

tight knot

Frequency: 60 %

The tight knot was difficult to loosen.

secure knot

Frequency: 50 %

Make sure to tie a secure knot so it doesn't come undone.

loose knot

Frequency: 40 %

The loose knot easily came apart.

Idiomatic Expressions for knot

• Phrase: cut the Gordian knot
  Meaning: to solve a complex problem in a quick and decisive manner
  Usage: He decided to cut the Gordian knot and make a bold decision.