Synonyms for

Flatten

Verb / ˈflætʌn / Another word for flatten — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make something flat or flatter

Synonyms & similar words

sharpen drop flattenout level smooth even compress squash crush press steamroll tamp pat pound smash squeeze trample tread tramp straighten neaten tidy

Example sentences

  1. I need to flatten the sand with a shovel before building the sandcastle.
  2. Can you please flatten the wrinkles in my shirt with an iron?
  3. Please flatten the dough before putting it in the oven.
  4. The steamroller will flatten the road so it's smooth for cars to drive on.
  5. He used a hammer to flatten the nail that was sticking out.

Quotes

  • You can't flatten a mountain, but there are ways to climb it.
  • Life's a lot like surfing... When you get caught in the impact zone, you need to get right back up, because you never know what's over the next wave... and if you have faith, anything is possible, anything at all.
  • Sometimes the only way to get ahead is to be willing to fail spectacularly.

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