crumple
0 antonyms and opposites of crumple, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To crush something into creases and wrinkles.
How to use crumple
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English crumplen, related to Old English crump ("bent, crooked") — the same root behind "crumpled" and "crumb".
Full origin of crumple →Frequently asked questions
What does “crumple” mean?
The word “crumple” means to crush something into creases and wrinkles. In plain terms, to scrunch something up into wrinkles, or to suddenly collapse.
How do you pronounce “crumple”?
“Crumple” is pronounced KRUHM-puhl (/ˈkɹʌmpəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “crumple” in a sentence?
Here is “crumple” used in a sentence: “He crumpled the letter and threw it in the bin.”
What part of speech is “crumple”?
“Crumple” is a verb.
Where does the word “crumple” come from?
The word “crumple” comes from Old English. From Middle English crumplen, related to Old English crump ("bent, crooked") — the same root behind "crumpled" and "crumb".
How many meanings does “crumple” have?
“Crumple” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to crush something into creases and wrinkles.