wizened

Pronunciation

Adjective C2 Mastery

Small, dry, and wrinkled, usually because of old age.

"The wizened old man sat on the porch, his face lined with decades of sun and hard work."

Synonyms and antonyms

shriveled withered

"Wizened" almost always describes a person's face, skin, or hands, rarely objects.

Which word fits the gap? "The _____ old man sat on the porch, his face lined with decades of sun and hard work."

Answer: wizened

In your own words, what does "wizened" mean?

Small, dry, and wrinkled, usually because of old age.