Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
distent
Adjective
/ˈdɪstənt/
Definition
A term used to describe something that is stretched out or extended, often in a way that is unnatural or excessive.
Examples
- The distent balloon floated away after being filled with too much air.
- His distent cheeks were a sign that he had been eating more than usual.
- The distent fabric of the tent indicated that it was poorly pitched.
Meaning
Distent refers to a state of being swollen or expanded due to pressure or stretching. It can be used to describe physical objects or conditions.
Synonyms
- Swollen
- Expanded
- Inflated
- Stretched
- Distended
