Meaning of the word sunk in English

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

sunk

US /sʌŋk/
UK /sʌŋk/

Past Participle

past participle of sink

Example:
The ship had sunk to the bottom of the ocean.
His spirits had sunk after hearing the bad news.

Adjective

having fallen or dropped to a lower level; hollowed out

Example:
Her cheeks were thin and sunk.
The old house had a sunk roof in the middle.