Synonyms for

Shrunk

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

Definition

To become smaller in size or amount; to contract or reduce in size.

Synonyms & similar words

cringe contract stretch expand flinch reduce shrink squinch quail wither shrivelup wince recoil funk shrivel shrank contracted condensed decreased diminished lessened narrowed reduced shortened withered compressed constricted curtailed dwindled shriveled abridged concentrated shelled subtracted

Example sentences

  1. The candy bar shrunk in the sun.
  2. Her clothes shrunk in the dryer.
  3. The balloon shrunk as the air leaked out.
  4. The ice cube shrunk in the warm water.
  5. The cake shrunk as it baked too long.

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