shrink

Definition

  • verb: to become smaller in amount, size, or value
  • verb: to contract or curl up the body or part of it
  • synonyms: huddle, shudder, quake

Examples

  • He doesn't 'shrink from' telling the truth, no matter how painful it may be.

  • He's no 'shrinking violet' when it comes to competition.

  • The treatment should 'shrink' the tumor.

Movie quotes

  • (..) mothers to experience postpartum... You know that being a doctor doesn't make you an expert on everything, right? I think we should talk to someone. Like who? A shrink? I'm not crazy, John. I'm not crazy, John. I'm not saying that you're crazy, okay. And I'm not talking about a shrink. (..)
    2014 Annabelle