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Bent has different meanings as a verb, adjective, and noun. It can mean curved, dishonest, gay, or a natural skill. See how to use bent in sentences and idioms.
Learn the various meanings and uses of the word bent, from unenclosed grassland to a strong inclination or capacity. See synonyms, examples, phrases, and word history of bent.
First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English; earlier benet-, bunet- (in compounds), Old English beonet-, beonot- (in placenames); cognate with Old High German binuz (compare German Binse ) “the rush plant”. Discover More.
If someone is bent on doing something, especially something harmful, they are determined to do it. [disapproval] He's bent on suicide. [ + on/upon] 5. singular noun. If you have a bent for something, you have a natural ability to do it or a natural interest in it.
Bent can mean curved, determined, or not honest, depending on the context. Learn how to use this word with different meanings and see translations in other languages.
If you have a knack or aptitude for doing something, you can say you have a bent for it. Perhaps you have a bent for woodworking, creating fabulous desserts, or writing poetry, you are good at it. The noun bent can also refer to a strong inclination to react to something in a specific manner.
Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the adjective bent, which can describe something not straight, a person not able to stand up straight, or a dishonest person. See examples, idioms and synonyms of bent.
