What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
aggrieved
Example
The employees were aggrieved by the company's decision to cut their benefits. [aggrieved: adjective]
Example
She felt aggrieved by the way her boss had treated her. [aggrieved: past participle]
injured
Example
He was injured in a car accident and had to be taken to the hospital. [injured: past participle]
Example
The victim was seriously injured in the attack and required immediate medical attention. [injured: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Injured is more commonly used than aggrieved in everyday language, especially in the context of physical harm or injury. Aggrieved is less common and is often used in legal or formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between aggrieved and injured?
Aggrieved is generally considered more formal than injured, and is often used in legal or academic contexts. Injured is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
