verb past participle of sink
adjective having sunk or been submerged in water or another liquid
Describes a landform or area that has subsided or caved in, creating a depression or hollow.
Describes a structure or part of a building that has collapsed or caved in, often due to decay or damage.
Refers to a ship or other object that has sunk below the surface of the water.
Used metaphorically to describe a feeling of deep sadness, despair, or hopelessness.
In literature, the term 'sunken' is often used to describe a feeling of despair or hopelessness, such as a sunken heart or sunken spirits.
Psychologists may use the term 'sunken' to describe a person's posture or body language that indicates a lack of confidence or defeat.
In marine biology, 'sunken' can refer to a sunken shipwreck or a sunken coral reef, which are areas of interest for research and exploration.
Archaeologists may use the term 'sunken' to describe ancient ruins or structures that have been buried or submerged over time.
Civil engineers may use 'sunken' to describe a road or structure that has sunk or settled lower than its original level, requiring maintenance or repair.