maim

The word “maim” has 1 syllable: maim

It's pronounced as /meɪm/

What is synonym and antonym for maim?

In the thesaurus, “maim” has 78 synonyms and 22 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for maim along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for maim

noun
1. A serious wound.
verb
1. To wound seriously; to cause permanent loss of function of a limb or part of the body.

The accident left him with injuries that could maim him for life.
Wild animals in captivity often develop behaviors that can maim both themselves and their handlers.
The sword was sharp enough to maim anyone who dared to challenge its wielder.
The explosion was powerful enough to maim several people in the vicinity.
It's important to handle firearms with care to avoid accidents that could maim or kill.

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