Synonyms of dent

Noun


1. dent, consequence, effect, outcome, result, event, issue, upshot

usage: an appreciable consequence (especially a lessening); "it made a dent in my bank account"

2. incision, scratch, prick, slit, dent, depression, impression, imprint

usage: a depression scratched or carved into a surface

3. dent, ding, gouge, nick, blemish, defect, mar

usage: an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)

Verb


1. indent, dent, flex, bend, deform, twist, turn

usage: make a depression into; "The bicycle dented my car"

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Definition and meaning of dent (Dictionary)