Simple meaning
What does Shrug mean?
Shrug means to raise the shoulders to show uncertainty or indifference.
Dictionary definition
To raise the shoulders to show uncertainty or indifference.
Example sentences
Shrug in a sentence
easy
In the story, the character used a shrug to show a feeling.
medium
Our class discussed how the word shrug describes body movement in a scene.
hard
The passage used shrug to help readers understand the character's reaction without long explanation.
Synonyms
Words like Shrug
motionmovement of the body or a body part
expressiona visible way to show a feeling or message
Antonyms
Opposite words
stillnesslittle or no movement
calmnessa steady state without visible reaction
Word family
Shrug word family
Base word
shrug
verb
shrug
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does shrug mean?
Shrug is used to describe to raise the shoulders to show uncertainty or indifference.
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