wrinkled
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈrɪŋkəld/
KK: /ˈrɪŋkəld/
adjective
Definition
Having many small folds or lines, often seen on skin or fabric.
Example
The old man's hands were wrinkled from years of hard work.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more wrinkled
Superlative: most wrinkled
Conversation
Have you seen my grandma's old couch?
Yeah, it's really wrinkled, but it has character!
I guess all that history adds to its charm.
Absolutely! I love how it tells a story.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
crumpled
creased
folded
Antonyms
smooth
flat
unwrinkled
verb
Definition
To have small folds or lines on a surface, often due to age or pressure.
Example
The old shirt was wrinkled after being left in the dryer too long.
Tense Forms
Past: wrinkled
Past Participle: wrinkled
Conversation
Did you see my shirt? I accidentally wrinkled it when I put it in the bag.
Yeah, I noticed! It looks like it needs a good ironing.
I know, right? I should have taken better care of it before packing.
Root Explanation
Wrinkled → It is formed from "wrinkle" (from Old English *wrynclian*, meaning to twist or curl) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle or state). The word "wrinkled" describes something that has been twisted or curled, resulting in folds or creases.
Memory Tip
Think of something that has been 'twisted' or 'curled' — that's what 'wrinkled' means, showing the state of having folds.
Visually Confused Words
unwrinkled
winkle
unwrinkle
sprinkled
winklet
twinkle
trinkle
prinkle