Bent Definition & Meaning
bent
- adjective
- fixed in your purpose; "bent on going to the theater"; "dead set against intervening"; "out to win every event"
- used of the back and knees; stooped; "on bended knee"; "with bent (or bended) back"
- of metal e.g.; "bent nails"; "a car with a crumpled front end"; "dented fenders"
- noun
- a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way; "the set of his mind was obvious"
- grass for pastures and lawns especially bowling and putting greens
- an area of grassland unbounded by fences or hedges
- a special way of doing something; "he had a bent for it"; "he had a special knack for getting into trouble"; "he couldn't get the hang of it"
"Bent" in song lyrics
See how bent is used in real songs:
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"and I get bent"
Aceyalone — Show Your Right -
"In the beginning it was large marge sent me, I'm bent"
Aesop Rock — Bring Back Pluto -
"Here, take a pull of this and get bent"
Akbar — No Suckas Allowed
Words that rhyme with bent
Usage tips for "bent"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bent" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bent to find words that pair well.