adj
wrinkly
RIHNGK-lee
Wrinkly (adj) means having many wrinkles. Example: “The old dog had a wrinkly, friendly face.”
adj
1
Having many wrinkles.
"The old dog had a wrinkly, friendly face."
noun
1
Informal, often derogatory: an old person.
"The comedian joked about being surrounded by wrinklies at the retirement home."
How to use wrinkly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFull of wrinkles — or, as slang, an elderly person.
When to use it
The noun sense referring to an old person is informal and can be considered rude; use with care.
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Word forms
- Plural
- wrinklies
- Comparative
- wrinklier
- Superlative
- wrinkliest
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The old dog had a _____, friendly face.
Etymology
Formed from wrinkle and -y.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “wrinkly” mean?
The word “wrinkly” means having many wrinkles. In plain terms, full of wrinkles — or, as slang, an elderly person.
How do you pronounce “wrinkly”?
“Wrinkly” is pronounced RIHNGK-lee (/ˈɹɪŋk(ə)li/ in IPA).
How do you use “wrinkly” in a sentence?
Here is “wrinkly” used in a sentence: “The old dog had a wrinkly, friendly face.”
What part of speech is “wrinkly”?
Depending on how it is used, “wrinkly” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “wrinkly” have?
“Wrinkly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having many wrinkles.
