Synonyms for

Flattening

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

Definition

The act of making something flat or flatter.

Synonyms & similar words

sharpen flatten flattenout drop leveling smoothing pressing compressing crushing squashing squeezing tamping trampling trampling ironing planing rolling squishing spreading trampling evening swatting pounding

Example sentences

  1. She is flattening the dough with a rolling pin.
  2. The steamroller is flattening the road.
  3. He is flattening the sandcastle with his foot.
  4. The chef is flattening the chicken with a meat tenderizer.
  5. The heavy books are flattening the papers on the desk.

Quotes

  • Life is like a pancake; you have to flip it over to the other side to get it perfectly flattened.
  • Success is not about flattening others to climb to the top, but about lifting others up as you rise.
  • Sometimes in life, you need to flatten the hurdles to make your path smoother.

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