Word INJURE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

injure

🇺🇸 [ˈɪndʒər]

Meanings

To cause physical harm or damage to someone or something, often resulting in pain or temporary disability. It can occur through accidents, mistakes, or intentional actions.

Examples

• He was injured in a car accident last night.
• The player was injured during the game and had to leave the field.
• She slipped and injured her ankle while hiking.

Synonyms

hurt • damage • wound

Antonyms

heal • protect • care