What does shrivel mean?
Shrivel means (intransitive) To collapse inward; to crumble..
Shrivel
/ˈʃɹɪvəl/ · verb
Meaning
(intransitive) To collapse inward; to crumble..
Definitions by Sense
- (intransitive) To collapse inward; to crumble.
- (intransitive) To become wrinkled.
- (transitive) To draw into wrinkles.
Example Sentences
The plant shrivelled from lack of water.
This Upside Down economy was the product, Hansen said, of a shriveling population, the closing of the frontier and the maturing of industries.
His fingers were shriveled from being in the bath for too long.
The hot sun shrivelled the leaves.
Synonyms for shrivel
Antonyms for shrivel
Related Words
Word Forms
- shrivels
- shriveling
- shrivelling
- shriveled
- shrivelled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for shrivel?
Common synonyms include shrink, shrivel up, wither.
What is the opposite of shrivel?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use shrivel in a sentence?
The plant shrivelled from lack of water.
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