curving (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkɜːrvɪŋ/

Definition

Bending or deviating from a straight line or course, often in a smooth, rounded shape.

Examples

• The river was curving gently towards the sea.

• She followed the curving path up the hill.

• He noticed the curving lines of the sculpture.

How to Use curving

curve around (phrasal verb)

To move in a curve around something. — "The road curves around the lake."

curve into (phrasal verb)

To turn and become a different shape or form. — "The narrow street curves into a wide avenue."

Synonyms of curving

Words with a similar meaning to curving:

• bending
• winding
• arcing
• sinuous

Antonyms of curving

Words with the opposite meaning to curving:

• straight
• direct

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