Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "shrug" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

i know know

Derived Terms

macaroni shrug shrug off

Etymologically Related To

shrink

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

gesticulate gesture gesture motion motion

Type Of (IsA)

gesture

Manner Of

gesticulate

Related Terms

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Related Terms

body body language body movement cardigan concern dread garment gesticulation gesture indifference knit language lift motion movement oh oh well raised raised shoulders shoulder shoulder motion shoulder movement shoulders shoulders up uncertainty unsure up well

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