Meaning of the word shrink in English

What does shrink mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shrink

US /ʃrɪŋk/

UK /ʃrɪŋk/

become or make smaller in size or amount

Example:

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The company's profits shrank by 10% last year.

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My sweater shrank in the wash.

Synonym:

contract decrease diminish lessen reduce

Synonym:

expand grow enlarge

move back or away, especially because of fear or disgust

Example:

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She shrank back in horror at the sight.

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He would never shrink from his responsibilities.

Synonym:

recoil flinch cower wince withdraw

Synonym:

advance confront face

a psychiatrist

Example:

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I think I need to see a shrink.

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My friend is seeing a shrink for his anxiety.

Synonym:

psychiatrist therapist analyst counselor

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