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bruised

[broozd]

bruised Definition

  • 1injured by a blow causing discoloration of the skin, often with rupture of the capillaries and swelling
  • 2damaged or hurt by someone's criticism or actions

Using bruised: Examples

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

  • Example

    She had a bruised arm after falling off her bike.

  • Example

    The boxer had a bruised face after the fight.

  • Example

    His ego was bruised when he didn't get the promotion.

  • Example

    The company's reputation was bruised by the scandal.

  • Example

    Her feelings were bruised when he criticized her cooking.

bruised Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bruised

Antonyms for bruised

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Summary: bruised in Brief

When something is 'bruised' [broozd], it has been injured by a blow, resulting in discoloration and swelling. This can happen to the body or to one's ego, as in 'His ego was bruised when he didn't get the promotion.' Synonyms include 'hurt' and 'injured,' while antonyms are 'healed' and 'uninjured.'

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