Pronunciation: /ˈsʌŋkən/
verb past participle of sink
A1 The ship sunken in the ocean.
A2 The treasure chest had sunken to the bottom of the sea.
B1 The old building had sunken into disrepair over the years.
B2 The weight of the cargo caused the boat to slowly sunken into the water.
C1 The ancient ruins had sunken beneath the earth, hidden from view for centuries.
C2 The sunken city was a popular diving spot for adventurers seeking to explore its mysterious depths.
adjective having sunk or been submerged in water or another liquid
A1 The sunken ship was discovered by divers.
A2 The sunken treasure was hidden deep underwater.
B1 The sunken city was once a thriving metropolis.
B2 The sunken submarine was a relic from World War II.
C1 The sunken civilization held many secrets waiting to be uncovered.
C2 The sunken ruins were a testament to the ancient civilization's glory.
formal The sunken ship was discovered off the coast of the island.
informal I can't believe how cool the sunken treasure looks!
slang That sunken car has been sitting there for ages.
figurative Her sunken eyes revealed the exhaustion she felt.
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