Definition of «shriveled»

Shriveled means to become small and wrinkled due to loss of moisture or shrinking. It can also refer to a person or thing that has withered, dried up, or lost its vitality.

Usage examples

  1. The apple had shriveled, turning into a wrinkled and shrunken form.
  2. The flowers, once vibrant and fresh, now appeared shriveled and lifeless.
  3. After spending days under the scorching sun without water, the leaves on the tree became shriveled and dry.
  4. The grapes that had been left for too long had shriveled up, becoming raisins.
  5. The old man's skin had shriveled and sagged over the years, displaying the signs of aging.
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