Crinklier: meaning, definitions and examples
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crinklier
[ ˈkrɪŋklɪər ]
appearance texture
The term 'crinklier' is a comparative form of 'crinkly', which describes something that has many small folds, wrinkles, or creases. Objects that are crinkly tend to have a textured surface that may appear rumpled or corrugated. This adjective is often used to depict items such as crinkly paper, fabric, or even certain types of food. The word conveys a sense of irregularity in texture, often adding a visual or tactile interest.
Synonyms
creases, crushed, rumpled, wrinkled
Examples of usage
- The crinklier the paper, the more artistic the design.
- She preferred crinklier fabrics for improved flexibility.
- The potato chips were crinklier than the regular ones.
Translations
Translations of the word "crinklier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais enrugado
🇮🇳 ज्यादा झुर्रीदार
🇩🇪 krumpeliger
🇮🇩 lebih kerut
🇺🇦 більш зморшкуватий
🇵🇱 bardziej pomarszczony
🇯🇵 よりしわのある
🇫🇷 plus ridé
🇪🇸 más arrugado
🇹🇷 daha kırışık
🇰🇷 더 주름진
🇸🇦 أكثر تجاعيد
🇨🇿 více zvrásněný
🇸🇰 viac vrásčitý
🇨🇳 更皱的
🇸🇮 bolj gubast
🇮🇸 meira krumpa
🇰🇿 көпіршікті
🇬🇪 მეტი ნაოჭებიანი
🇦🇿 daha qırışmış
🇲🇽 más arrugado
Etymology
The word 'crinkly' is derived from the Middle English 'crincle' which meant to curl or twist, likely coming from Old English ‘crincan’, meaning to bend or to twist. The comparative suffix '-ier' is used to describe a greater degree of crinkliness. Over time, the term has evolved and become commonly used in describing various textures in English-speaking cultures. Crinkly characteristics evoke feelings of nostalgia and warmth, often associated with childhood memories of crinkly wrappers or fabrics. Its usage spans across different areas, including fashion, art, food, and design, denoting a playful or whimsical quality.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,811, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.