rumpled

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Rumpled' means something has been made not tidy or smoother, like your bedsheet after you've slept on it. It's not smooth or in order, but wrinkled or crumpled.

Examples in Different Contexts

In character design, a 'rumpled' look can depict a tired or worn-out character. An illustrator might note, 'His rumpled shirt emphasizes his hectic day.'

Practice Scenarios

Academics

Scenario:

Your research has valuable insights but your presentation is messy. Organizing your materials and presentation will improve effectiveness.

Response:

You're right. I'll avoid handing in rumpled and disorganized notes in future submissions.

Creative

Scenario:

This character isn't very engaging at the moment. We need some quirks in his appearance to make him more relatable.

Response:

Maybe we should give him a rumpled hat. That could be his signature item that people recognize.