The antonyms of "un-knotting" are words that denote the act of creating knots, tangles, or entanglements. These words include "tying," "knotting," "wrapping," "binding," "twisting," "coiling," "snarling," "entangling," "engaging," "corralling," "writhing," and "snaking." These words highlight the opposite actions of untying or undoing knots, as well as creating new ones. The antonyms remind us that while we may try to free ourselves from the complexities of life, we must also be mindful of how we contribute to the complexity through our actions and attitudes.