SHRINK
/ˈʃɹɪŋk/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SHRINK
Shrinkage; contraction; recoil.
(sometimes derogatory) A psychiatrist or psychotherapist.
"My shrink said that he was an enabler, bad for me."
Loss of inventory, for example due to shoplifting or not selling items before their expiration date.
To cause to become smaller.
"The dryer shrank my sweater."
To become smaller; to contract.
"This garment will shrink when wet."
To cower or flinch.
"Molly shrank away from the blows of the whip."
Examples of SHRINK in a Sentence
- "My shrink said that he was an enabler, bad for me."
- "The dryer shrank my sweater."
- "This garment will shrink when wet."
- "Molly shrank away from the blows of the whip."
Word Details
Is SHRINK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHRINK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHRINK uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHRINK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | r | i | n | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHRINK
47 words from the letters in SHRINK
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SHRINK in Word Games
SHRINK is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHRINK is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SHRINK to find 47 additional valid words.