Unbend

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈbɛnd/

Definitions of unbend

verb to straighten out or make less tense or rigid

Example Sentences

A1 I need to unbend this paperclip so I can use it again.

A2 She tried to unbend the metal bar, but it was too bent out of shape.

B1 The yoga instructor taught us how to unbend our bodies and release tension.

B2 After a long day at work, he needed to unbend and relax with a hot bath.

C1 The negotiator was able to unbend the tense situation and find a peaceful resolution.

C2 In order to unbend the rigid rules, the committee decided to make some amendments.

Examples of unbend in a Sentence

formal The diplomat tried to unbend the tense situation by offering a compromise.

informal I need to unbend after a long day at work, maybe with a good book.

slang Let's unbend and chill out at the beach this weekend.

figurative It took time for her to unbend her rigid beliefs and consider alternative perspectives.

Grammatical Forms of unbend

• past tense: unbent
• plural: unbends
• comparative: more unbending
• superlative: most unbending
• present tense: unbend
• future tense: will unbend
• perfect tense: has unbent
• continuous tense: is unbending
• singular: unbend
• positive degree: unbend
• infinitive: to unbend
• gerund: unbending
• participle: unbending

Origin and Evolution of unbend

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'unbend' originated from Old English 'unbendan', which was derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'bendan' meaning 'to bend'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unbend' has retained its original meaning of 'to straighten or relax from a bent position', but it has also evolved to encompass the idea of 'to relax or ease tension in a figurative sense'.