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Meaning of crumple
The primary meaning of the word "crumple" is to become or make something become wrinkled or creased, often due to pressure or rough handling.
Etymology of crumple
The word "crumple" has its roots in the Middle English word "crumpel," which is likely derived from the Old English word "crumpol," meaning "to wrinkle" or "to crease"
The word has been in use since the 14th century, initially meaning "to wrinkle" or "to crease," and later expanding to include meanings related to collapse or surrender
Synonyms
wrinkle
crinkle
rumple
fold
crease
pucker
crumple up
rumple up
wrinkle up
crinkle up
fold up
crease up
pucker up
fold in
crease in
rumple up
crumple down
smooth out
iron out
press out
flatten
unfold
uncrease
unrumple
unwrinkle
uncrinkle
straighten
flatten out
smooth
press
iron
steam
crease out
wrinkle out
Definitions
- To become or make something become wrinkled or creased, often due to pressure or rough handling
- To collapse or fall in, often due to a lack of strength or support
- To give in or surrender, often due to pressure or overwhelming force
Usage Examples
- The paper began to crumple under the weight of the heavy book
- She crumpled to the ground, exhausted from the long run
- The company crumpled under the pressure of the economic downturn
- The fabric crumpled when it was taken out of the dryer
Antonyms
smooth
flatten
iron
press
steam
straighten
unfold
uncrease
unrumple
unwrinkle
uncrinkle
firm
stiffen
strengthen
support
bolster
prop
reinforce
restore
renew
revitalize