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Crumpled

Verb / ˈkrʌmpʌld / Another word for crumpled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'crumpled' is to crush or press something into folds or wrinkles.

Synonyms & similar words

knit pucker tumble cockle buckle crumble collapse breakdown crumple rumple crinkle wrinkle crease bent dented wrinkled creased rumpled folded tousled disheveled disordered jumbled tumbled mussed rumpled bunched puckered rucked scrunchy rumpled disarranged disorganized untidy unkempt

Example sentences

  1. She crumpled the piece of paper and threw it away.
  2. The wrinkled clothes were left on the floor.
  3. The wind tousled my hair.
  4. He folded the letter carefully before putting it in the envelope.
  5. The disheveled room showed signs of a busy day.

Quotes

  • Life is like a crumpled piece of paper; don't be afraid to flatten it out and start again.
  • In the crumpled parts of my life, I have found my greatest strengths.
  • Success is not about avoiding the crumpled papers, but learning how to make beautiful origami out of them.

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