flatten (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈflætn/

Definition

To make something flat or flatter; to press or become level.

Examples

• The heavy roller was used to flatten the asphalt on the new road.

• She tried to flatten the crumpled paper, but the creases remained visible.

• The strong winds threatened to flatten the cornfield before harvest.

How to Use flatten

flatten out (phrasal verb)

to become flat or level after being uneven or curved. — "The mountain path began to flatten out as we approached the summit."

flatten something down (phrasal verb)

to press something to make it flat. — "She flattened the cardboard box down before putting it in the recycling."

Synonyms of flatten

Words with a similar meaning to flatten:

• level
• smooth
• press
• compress
• iron

Antonyms of flatten

Words with the opposite meaning to flatten:

• raise
• inflate
• bulge

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