Synonyms of gnarl

Noun


1. knot, gnarl, distorted shape, distortion

usage: something twisted and tight and swollen; "their muscles stood out in knots"; "the old man's fists were two great gnarls"; "his stomach was in knots"

Verb


1. gnarl, flex, bend, deform, twist, turn

usage: twist into a state of deformity; "The wind has gnarled this old tree"

2. murmur, mutter, grumble, croak, gnarl, complain, kick, plain, sound off, quetch, kvetch

usage: make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath; "she grumbles when she feels overworked"

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Definition and meaning of gnarl (Dictionary)