The phrase "be bowed" can mean to be curved, bent, or contorted. Synonyms for "be bowed" include "be crooked", "be hunched", "be stooped", "be arched", "be curled", and "be warped". Each of these synonyms describes a different type of bowing. For example, "be hunched" implies a forward inclination of the upper back, while "be stooped" suggests a forward inclination of the entire body. "Be arched" and "be curled" describe a curve or bow in a specific area, such as the back or fingers. Whether used in reference to physical or metaphorical bending, these synonyms offer alternative ways to describe the act of being bowed.