Shrivelled Meaning in English
word · lemma: shrivel
Definition
Something that is shrivelled has become dry, smaller, wrinkled, and often hard because it lost moisture or freshness.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for dried fruit, old vegetables, or skin (especially from age or dehydration). 'Shrivelled' is mostly negative, describing loss of freshness or vitality. More typical in written or descriptive language than everyday speech.
Example Sentences
The shrivelled apple lay forgotten in the corner.
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Her hands felt shrivelled after washing dishes in hot water.
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The plant looked shrivelled because it hadn’t been watered.
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After a week in the sun, the grapes were completely shrivelled.
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His shrivelled cheeks made him look much older than he was.
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Don't eat those shrivelled berries—they're too old to be good.
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