Meaning of the word sunken in English

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

sunken

US /ˈsʌŋ.kən/

UK /ˈsʌŋ.kən/

having sunk to the bottom of the sea or a lake

Example:

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Divers explored the sunken ship.

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They discovered a sunken treasure chest.

Synonym:

submerged underwater foundered

(of eyes, cheeks, or other parts of the body) appearing hollow or deep-set

Example:

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His illness left him with pale skin and sunken eyes.

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Her cheeks were sunken from lack of sleep.

Synonym:

hollow deep-set concave

(of an area of land) lower than the surrounding surface

Example:

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The garden had a beautiful sunken patio.

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They built a house with a sunken living room.

Synonym:

recessed depressed lowered

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