kinking

The word “kinking” has 2 syllables: kink-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈkɪŋ.kɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for kinking?

In the thesaurus, “kinking” has 13 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for kinking along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for kinking

  • coiling
  • curling
  • deflecting
  • diverting
  • entwining
  • looping
  • spiraling
  • spiralling
  • swirling
  • twining
  • twisting
  • veering
  • warping

Antonyms for kinking

  • straightening

Meanings of kinking

  • verb
    1. To laugh loudly.
    2. To gasp for breath as in a severe fit of coughing.
    3. To form a kink or twist.
    4. To be formed into a kink or twist.

Example Sentences

  • The hose kept kinking, which interrupted the flow of water.
  • She tried to avoid kinking the cord while wrapping it for storage.
  • The metal pipe started kinking under the excessive pressure.
  • His hair was kinking at the ends after being exposed to humidity.
  • They noticed the rope was kinking as they pulled it through the pulley.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to kinking, such as: coiling, curling, deflecting, diverting, entwining, looping, spiraling.

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