straightened
verbHow many syllables in straightened?
There are 2 syllables in the word straightened.Divide straightened into syllables:
straight · ened
How to pronounce straightened:
Definition of straightened:
- straightened (verb):
- to make straight
- to make (something) neat or tidy
Synonyms for straightened:
straight
uncurled
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