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flexion Antonyms

Opposite of flexion

Because the opposite of flexion shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The action of bending a limb or joint, especially so as to decrease the angle between the bones or parts involved.

Usage Example

"The physical therapist measured the patient's knee extension to track her recovery after surgery."

Strongest
extension

• noun (Context 2)

A bent or curved part, state, or fold.

Usage Example

"The subtle straightness in the metal rod indicated where the heaviest load had been placed."

Strong
straightness

Similar words to flexion

Words similar to flexion shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

flection
inflection
flexure
bending
bend
curvature
See all synonyms of flexion

• Nearby Words

flexibility
flexible
flexibly
flexion
flexitarianism
flexor
flick

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Flexion. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/flexion
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