Synonyms for flexion
ˈflɛk ʃən

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1. flexure, flection, flexion(noun)

   the state of being flexed (as of a joint)

   Synonyms:
   flection, flexure, inflection, crease, fold, bend, crimp, plication

   Antonyms:
   extension

2. inflection, flection, flexion(noun)

   deviation from a straight or normal course

   Synonyms:
   flexure, inflection, modulation, flection, inflexion, prosody

   Antonyms:
   extension

3. flexion, flexure(noun)

   act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased

   Synonyms:
   flection, flexure, inflection, crease, fold, bend, plication, crimp

   Antonyms:
   extension

PPDB, the paraphrase database(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate these paraphrases:

1. List of paraphrases for "flexion":

   bending, flexure, flexing, deflection

Concise Medical Dictionary, by Joseph C Segen, MD(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate these synonyms:

1. flexion

   Synonyms:
   Bend

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1. Alan Hedge:

   The problem with standing [at work] is that when you raise desk height for keyboard/mouse use, you need to also raise screen height about the desk or you get neck flexion, neck flexion.

2. Randy Shelerud:

   The main advantage is that there is direct support on the mid-cervical spine with these pillows, which allows less pressure on the cervical facets in the mid spine. The airline seats force one’s head into a bit of flexion not allowing the cervical spinal musculature [ basically all muscles running along the spine ] the ability to completely relax.

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