B1 2K

Injured

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɪndʒəd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɪndʒərd/"]/

Meaning of Injured

physically hurt; having an injury

In simple words: hurt or harmed in some way

Injured in a sentence

• After the accident, several people were injured and needed medical attention.
• The injured bird was taken to the wildlife rescue center for rehabilitation.
• He injured his knee while playing soccer and couldn't walk properly.
• The athlete was injured during the competition but still managed to finish the race.
• She felt injured by his harsh words, which cut deep into her feelings.

How to use Injured

Use 'injured' in contexts where someone has been hurt in an accident or while playing sports. Avoid using it in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

injured + person/thing

Memory hint

Injured sounds like 'in-jarred' — imagine a person jarred during a fall.

Related words

Collocations with Injured

• be
• lie
• get
• badly
• critically
• gravely

Synonyms for Injured

• hurt
• wounded
• damaged
• broken

Opposites of Injured

• healed
• uninjured
• fit

Common mistakes with Injured

• 'Injured' is often mistakenly used for emotional harm.
• Learners might confuse 'injured' with 'ill' which refers to sickness.
• Overusing 'injured' when 'hurt' could be simpler.

Frequently asked questions about Injured

What does Injured mean?

hurt or harmed in some way

What is the definition of Injured?

physically hurt; having an injury

How do you use Injured in a sentence?

After the accident, several people were injured and needed medical attention.

Can you give another example of Injured?

The injured bird was taken to the wildlife rescue center for rehabilitation.

What are synonyms for Injured?

Common alternatives include hurt, wounded, damaged, broken.

What is the opposite of Injured?

Opposite meanings include healed, uninjured, fit.

What words go with Injured?

It commonly pairs with be, lie, get, badly, critically, gravely.

What are common mistakes when using Injured?

'Injured' is often mistakenly used for emotional harm. Learners might confuse 'injured' with 'ill' which refers to sickness. Overusing 'injured' when 'hurt' could be simpler.

How do you pronounce Injured?

US: /["/ˈɪndʒərd/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɪndʒəd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Injured?

Use 'injured' in contexts where someone has been hurt in an accident or while playing sports. Avoid using it in overly formal writing.

What CEFR level is Injured?

"Injured" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.