wounded

[ˈwuːndɪd]

wounded Definition

injured by a weapon or accident, and having difficulty moving or functioning as usual.

Using wounded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wounded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wounded soldier was carried off the battlefield.

  • Example

    She was badly wounded in the car accident.

  • Example

    The animal was found wounded in the forest.

  • Example

    The wounded man was taken to the hospital.

wounded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wounded

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Phrases with wounded

  • having minor injuries that do not require immediate medical attention

    Example

    He was slightly wounded in the arm during the fight.

  • having injuries that are so severe that they will cause death soon

    Example

    The knight was mortally wounded in the battle.

  • self-wounded

    having inflicted injury upon oneself

    Example

    The suspect was found self-wounded in his cell.

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Summary: wounded in Brief

The term 'wounded' [ˈwuːndɪd] refers to someone who has been injured by a weapon or accident and is having difficulty moving or functioning as usual. It can be used to describe people or animals, as in 'The wounded soldier was carried off the battlefield.' 'Wounded' can also be modified by phrases like 'slightly wounded,' indicating minor injuries, or 'mortally wounded,' indicating injuries that will cause death soon.