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flared Synonyms
Another word for flared
Choosing another word for flared depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Gradually widening or spreading outward toward one end, especially toward the bottom of a garment such as trousers or a skirt.
Usage Example
"She wore a pair of vintage bell-bottomed jeans and a denim jacket to the concert."
Strongest
bell-bottomed
Strong
widened
bell-shaped
• adjective (Context 2)
Spread open or dilated outward, especially of the nostrils due to heavy breathing or strong emotion.
Usage Example
"The thoroughbred crossed the finish line with dilated nostrils and heaving sides."
Strongest
dilated
Strong
distended
expanded
Opposites of flared
The opposite of flared shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
tapered
narrowed
constricted
pinched
straight-leg
skinny
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Flared. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/flared