lacerated
/ˈlæsəˌreɪtɪd/
ADJECTIVE
1. Torn, cut, or severely wounded
Having been cut, torn, ripped, or damaged, especially through an injury that produces irregular wounds or tears in bodily tissue.
1.1. Physical injuries and wounds
Describes skin, flesh, or body tissue that has been torn or cut by a sharp object, rough surface, or violent force.
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Examples
- The animal's paw was lacerated by a sharp object in the woods.
- The warrior's armor was lacerated by the enemy's relentless attacks.
Related Words
- laceration
- wound
- gash
- abrasion
- lesion
- bleeding
- bruising
- tissue damage
- trauma
1.2. Damaged objects and torn materials
Describes objects, fabrics, surfaces, or structures that have been torn, split, cut, or severely damaged, leaving irregular edges or visible destruction.
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Antonyms
- fixed
- mended
- perfect
- unbroken
- intact
Examples
- The torn flag fluttered in the wind, its edges lacerated by the storm.
- The old manuscript was found, its pages yellowed and lacerated by time and neglect.
Related Words
- deterioration
- destruction
- rupture
- fracture
- deformation
- disfigurement
- wear
- damage
ADJECTIVE
2. Deeply hurt or emotionally distressed
Experiencing intense emotional pain, anguish, or psychological distress, particularly as a result of criticism, rejection, betrayal, or a painful experience.
2.1. Emotional pain and heartbreak
Describes someone who feels deeply wounded, distressed, or emotionally devastated by a painful personal experience or relationship.
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Examples
- His heart felt lacerated after the painful breakup.
- She remained emotionally lacerated by the betrayal of someone she trusted.
Related Words
- heartbreak
- anguish
- sorrow
- grief
- emotional trauma
- resentment
- distress
- suffering
2.2. Offense and wounded feelings
Describes someone who feels deeply offended, insulted, or emotionally injured by hurtful remarks, unfair treatment, or personal criticism.
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- She felt lacerated by the harsh remarks made about her work.
- His pride was lacerated by the public criticism.
Related Words
- umbrage
- resentment
- indignation
- insult
- reproach
- humiliation
- displeasure
VERB
3. Thoroughly defeated or beaten
Having been decisively defeated, overwhelmed, or subjected to a severe beating in a physical confrontation or competition.
3.1. Physical confrontations and violent attacks
Describes someone who has been severely beaten, struck, or physically overwhelmed through repeated blows or attacks.
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Examples
- The soldiers returned from battle battered and lacerated by the enemy's attacks.
- The animal was found severely wounded after the encounter.
Related Words
- assault
- beating
- flogging
- violence
- injury
- bruising
- attack
- punishment
3.2. Competition and decisive defeat
Describes an opponent or team that has been overwhelmingly defeated or thoroughly beaten in a contest or competition.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- victorious
- successful
- winning
- triumphant
Examples
- The defending champions were thoroughly defeated by their rivals in the final.
- The underdog team was crushed in the championship match.
Related Words
- victory
- defeat
- competition
- opponent
- championship
- triumph
- dominance