/bent/ /bent/ /bent/ (adj.), /bent/ /bent/ /bent/ (v.)

Definitions

1. noun

a change of direction, a curve, or a twist

“The river took a bent turn around the island.”

2. verb

to change direction suddenly, to twist, or to warp

“The branch was bent by the strong winds.”

3. adjective

having a curve or a twist, or deviating from a straight course

“The bent tree branch hung precariously from the limb.”

4. adjective

intentionally crooked or twisted for a particular purpose, often to deceive or cheat

“The bent spoon was used to scoop the sugar.”

5. verb

to deprive someone of their rights or to cheat them through trickery

“The company was accused of bending the rules to make a profit.”