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untangle

The word “untangle” has 3 syllables: un-tan-gle

It's pronounced as /ʌnˈtæŋɡəl/

What is synonym and antonym for untangle?

In the thesaurus, “untangle” has 35 synonyms and 21 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for untangle along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for untangle

  • clear
  • cut loose
  • deliver
  • disburden
  • disembarrass
  • disencumber
  • disengage
  • disentangle
  • extricate
  • fray
  • free
  • fret
  • liberate
  • redeem
  • release
  • rescue
  • save
  • smooth
  • unbraid
  • unburden
  • uncoil
  • undo
  • unknot
  • unlace
  • unlay
  • unravel
  • unroll
  • unsnarl
  • unstring
  • unthread
  • untie
  • untwine
  • untwist
  • unweave
  • unwind

Antonyms for untangle

Meanings of untangle

  • verb
    1. To remove tangles or knots from.
    2. (by extension) To remove confusion or mystery from.

Example Sentences

  • She worked patiently to untangle the knots in the rope.
  • It took a while to untangle the wires behind the TV.
  • He tried to untangle the misunderstanding between his friends.
  • The sailor had to untangle the fishing nets before sunrise.
  • I need to untangle my necklace before wearing it.

On this page you'll find 56 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to untangle, such as: block, braid, burden, clear, cut loose, deliver, disburden.

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