What is another word for flattens?

Pronunciation: [flˈatənz] (IPA)

Flattens is a verb that refers to the action of making something level or smooth. There are other words that can be used interchangeably with flattens, such as compresses, smoothes, levels, calms, and soothes. Compresses refers to the action of pressing something until it is flat or reduced in size. Smoothes, on the other hand, means to make a surface even or unblemished. Levels means to bring something to a flat and even surface. Calms and soothes refer to the action of making something less intense or chaotic. All these synonyms can be used to convey the same message as flattens, depending on the context.

What are the hypernyms for Flattens?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Flattens

But on removing the weight, the disc immediately flattens out, and the surface is restored to its original smallest dimension.
"Liquid Drops and Globules, their Formation and Movements"
Chas. R. Darling
This is an unstable shape; and accordingly the boundary surface flattens to its normal condition, and with such force as to cause the drop beneath it to dive into the water, although the liquid is lighter than water and tends to float.
"Liquid Drops and Globules, their Formation and Movements"
Chas. R. Darling
Beyond the inn the valley gradually widens and flattens.
"The South of France--East Half"
Charles Bertram Black

Famous quotes with Flattens

  • The battery of flattery received and enjoyed as lottery by a man from the coterie just flattens his growth inconspicuously but consistently.
    Anuj Somany
  • Is there something in trade that desiccates and flattens out, that turns men into dried leaves at the age of forty? Certainly there is. It is not due to trade but to intensity of self-seeking, combined with narrowness of occupation. Business has destroyed the very knowledge in us of all other natural forces except business.
    John Jay Chapman
  • There is nothing better for the spirit or the body than a love affair. It elevates the thoughts and flattens the stomachs.
    Barbara Howar

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