knot Synonyms
Another word for knot
• noun (Context 1)
A fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or cloth.
"He tied a double tie in his shoelaces so they wouldn't come undone during the race."
• noun (Context 2)
A hard, irregular lump, such as the cross-grained mass of wood where a branch joins a tree trunk, or a localized point of tension in a muscle.
"The massage therapist focused on working out the painful lump in my shoulder."
• verb (Context 3)
To tie a piece of string, rope, or cloth in a specific way to secure or fasten it.
"She knotted the scarf tightly around her neck to keep out the bitter wind."
• verb (Context 4)
To make or become tangled and difficult to separate.
"The heavy winds knotted the halyard into an unmanageable mess."
• verb (Context 5)
To cause a muscle or one's stomach to become tight and uncomfortable, often due to tension, fear, or anxiety.
"His stomach knotted with dread as he walked into the principal's office."
Opposites of knot
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of knot varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: