Synonyms for
Shrinks
Definition
Shrinks is the third person singular present tense of the verb shrink, which means to become or make smaller in size or amount.
Synonyms & similar words
headshrinker
cringe
psychiatrist
contract
stretch
expand
flinch
reduce
shrink
squinch
quail
shrivelup
shrivel
wither
wince
funk
recoil
contracts
reduces
diminishes
decreases
condenses
compresses
shortens
narrow
lessens
tapers
ebbs
abates
retreats
subside
withdraws
fades
waning
dwindles
shrivels
wilts
Example sentences
- The laundry shrinks in the dryer.
- The candy shrinks when it melts.
- The balloon shrinks when the air is let out.
- The ice cream shrinks as it melts.
- The apple shrinks as it dries.
Quotes
The world only shrinks when we stop looking for the bigger picture.
Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.' - Lao Tzu
The number of ways to live in one lifetime is limitless. So why limit yourself? - Suzy Kassem