Synonyms for

Injured

Verb / ˈɪndʒɜ:d / Another word for injured — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

harm or damage done to a person or animal's body, resulting in pain or loss of function

Synonyms & similar words

bruise uninjured hurt spite wound offend injure hurt wounded damaged harmed bruised sore aching cut bleeding maimed crippled defective broken impaired invalid lame disabled incapacitated weakened debilitated

Synonyms by register

Formal

afflicted wounded impaired damaged

Informal

hurt banged up dinged sore

Literary

stricken wounded maimed

Antonyms

unharmed unhurt healthy sound well uninjured whole

Common collocations

  • seriously injured
  • severely injured
  • slightly injured
  • injured party
  • injured worker
  • injured player
  • injured limb

Word family

noun injury
verb injure
adjective injured
adverb injuriously

Usage note

While 'injured' is a common adjective, 'wounded' is typically used for injuries caused by weapons or violence. 'Injured' can refer to a broader range of harm, including accidents and overexertion.

Example sentences

  1. The dog was injured when he got hit by a car.
  2. The boy fell off his bike and injured his arm.
  3. The gymnast injured her ankle during practice.
  4. The soldier was injured in battle.
  5. The skier injured her knee on the slopes.

Quotes

  • I'm not injured, I'm just exhausted from fighting off ninjas all night.
  • It is better to be injured than to be injured in pride.
  • We are not injured by the love we give, but by the love we expect.

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