Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

shrinkage

[shring-kij] / ˈʃrɪŋ kɪdʒ /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The law’s goal of promoting national self-sufficiency in shipbuilding has been met with fleet shrinkage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

In men, the brain showed more shrinkage earlier in the disease’s progression — from normal cognitive health to mild cognitive impairment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

The shrinkage follows lackluster economic performance in 2025, which plummeted the company’s shares by 25% in February.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Six patients showed tumor shrinkage throughout the body.

From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026

By this means shrinkage strains are eliminated and a strong and light pulley is obtained.

From Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II by Rose, Joshua




Vocabulary lists containing shrinkage


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "shrinkage" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com