Top synonyms for “curve”: arc, arch, bend, bender, breaking ball, crook, curl, curvature, and 12 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter
- (noun)curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.)
- (noun)the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface
- (noun)a line on a graph representing data
- (noun)the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes
- (verb)form a curl, curve, or kink“the cigar smoke curled up at the ceiling”
- (verb)turn sharply; change direction abruptly“The car cut to the left at the intersection”
- (verb)bend or cause to bend“He crooked his index finger”
- (verb)form an arch or curve“her back arches”
- (verb)extend in curves and turns“The road winds around the lake”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "curve"?
Common synonyms for "curve" include arc, arch, bend, bender, breaking ball, crook. Our thesaurus lists 20 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "curve"?
Antonyms for "curve" include straight line. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "curve" mean?
a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
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