Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Shrinks.
Shrinks - as a noun
A physician who specializes in psychiatry
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
head-shrinkerpsychiatristHypernyms (Closely Related)
medical specialistspecialistHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Shrinks - as a verb
Wither, as with a loss of moisture
Example: "The fruit dried and shriveled"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shrivelshrivel upwitherHypernyms (Closely Related)
decreasediminishfalllessenHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Draw back, as with fear or pain
Example: "She flinched when they showed the slaughtering of the calf"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cringeflinchfunkquailrecoilsquinchwinceHypernyms (Closely Related)
moveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Reduce in size; reduce physically
Example: "Hot water will shrink the sweater"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reduceHypernyms (Closely Related)
decreaselessenminifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She shrinks away from unfamiliar situations."
"He shrinks from taking risks."
"The material shrinks when heated."
"His presence shrinks the confidence of others."
"The doctor shrinks the tumor using radiation therapy."
Word Game Points
Is SHRINKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shrinks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHRINKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is SHRINKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shrinks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHRINKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is SHRINKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shrinks is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHRINKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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Phrases
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