Synonyms for bow

Other words for “bow”, grouped by meaning.

We found 16 synonyms for “bow”. The most common are bowknot, fore, prow, stem, arc.

noun a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces

Synonymsbowknot

noun front part of a vessel or aircraft

noun something curved in shape

Synonymsarc

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

noun an appearance by actors or performers at the end of the concert or play in order to acknowledge the applause of the audience

verb bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head

verb yield to another's wish or opinion

verb bend one's back forward from the waist on down

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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