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(cringed) 1 syllables

Definition

verb. to shrink back in fear or discomfort.

Example Sentence

My mom cringed when she saw my grades.

More Example Sentences

The dog cringed when he saw the cat.

Synonyms

flinched; recoiled; trembled

Antonyms

confronted; faced; met

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Rhymes

  • cringed
  • hinged
  • singed

  • infringed
  • unhinged
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