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KNEELING Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word kneeling. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word kneeling. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for KNEELING

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bending
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• movement that causes the formation of a curve

• the property of being bent or deflected

• the act of bending something

bowing
verb, adverb, noun, adjectivev, adv, n, adj
noun

• bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting

• managing the bow in playing a stringed instrument

adjective satellite

• showing an excessively deferential manner

stooping
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• having the back and shoulders rounded; not erect

genuflecting
verbv
verb

• bend the knees and bow in church or before a religious superior or image

• bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

Best Hypernyms For KNEELING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for kneeling, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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motion gesticulate gesture motility move movement rest

Alternatives for BENDING

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