Wrinkled, creased, or made untidy in appearance, often describing clothing that looks rumpled and disheveled.
From 'frump,' likely a blend of 'frown' and 'frounce' (to curl or pleat), with the -ed suffix indicating a completed state. The word gained popularity in the 20th century to describe both messy appearance and old-fashioned style.
The word 'frumpled' perfectly captures that moment when you pull clothes out of the dryer and they're all twisted up—it's both visual and tactile at once, which is why it feels so satisfying to say!
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