Crinkle

Pronunciation: /ˈkɹɪnklɪ/

Crinkle (verb)

  1. to create small lines or folds in something, like paper or fabric.

Examples

  • She crinkled the paper to create texture.
  • The fabric crinkled when it was squeezed.

Common collocations: crinkle a sheet, crinkle a wrapper, crinkle easily, a crinkle in the fabric, a crinkle of laughter

Crinkle (noun)

  1. a small line or fold on a surface, often seen on skin or fabric.

Examples

  • The crinkle in the fabric added character.
  • She noticed a crinkle on the paper's edge.

Synonyms of Crinkle

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Crinkle

  • When referring to making a surface even.