Shrug
Noun, Verb
UK
/ʃrʌɡ/
US
/ʃrʌɡ/
Definition
(v) : To raise your shoulders to show uncertainty or indifference.
(n) : A gesture of uncertainty.
(n) : A gesture of uncertainty.
Example
"She shrugged her shoulders."
"He shrugged when asked why he was late, clearly showing he did not have an answer."
"A simple shrug can tell someone you are unsure or do not care about the outcome."
Explanation
Shrug means to raise your shoulders slightly to show that you do not know, do not care, or are indifferent. For example, if someone asks you a question and you do not know the answer, you might shrug. It can also be used as a noun to describe the gesture itself. For example, “With a shrug, he walked away, showing he didn’t care. Shrugging is common in casual conversation to express uncertainty, doubt, or lack of interest without speaking.