What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
injured
Example
The athlete was injured during the game and had to be taken off the field. [injured: verb]
Example
The injured man was taken to the hospital for treatment. [injured: adjective]
wounded
Example
The soldier was wounded in battle and had to be airlifted to a hospital. [wounded: verb]
Example
The wounded victim was rushed to the emergency room for surgery. [wounded: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Injured is more commonly used than wounded in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts. Wounded is more commonly used in the context of war, crime, or other violent events.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between injured and wounded?
Both injured and wounded are generally considered formal words and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
