Shrunken Meaning

/ˈʃɹʌŋkən/, [ˈʃʰɹʷʌŋkʰən] ~ [ˈʃʰɹʷʌŋkʰn̩]
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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verbpast participle of shrink

adjReduced in size as a result of shrinkage; shrivelled.

"A shriveled and shrunken appearance."
The shrunken appearance of the tomatoes on the vine indicated they weren't watered enough.
Although fearsome, T-rex had comparatively puny, shrunken arms for its size, with only two fingers.
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Antonyms:
fat
CEFR Practice Quiz
The tiny ____ head was an extremely creepy souvenir from the jungle.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The archeologist carefully handled the ____ remains that were found deep within the forgotten tomb.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The tiny ____ head was an extremely creepy souvenir from the jungle.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The archeologist carefully handled the ____ remains that were found deep within the forgotten tomb.

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