injuries

NOUN

hurt, harm

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abuse bruise burn cramp cut damage fracture laceration loss scar shock sore sprain suffering swelling trauma wound

STRONG

abrasion affliction affront agony bad bite blemish boo-boo chop deformation detriment discomfiture disservice distress evil gash grievance hemorrhage ill impairment indignity injustice insult lesion libel mischief misery mutilation nick outrage pang ruin scratch slander stab sting twinge wrong

WEAK

ouch

Antonyms

STRONGEST

praise

STRONG

advantage benefit blessing cheer comfort compliment delight flattery goodness happiness health joy kindness morality pleasure profit virtue

WEAK

aid assistance favor good right

Example Sentences

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"We have no reason to believe that there is underreporting not least because recording of accidents and injuries at work is a legal requirement under health and safety legislation," they said.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

It was unclear the extent of the injuries, but police urged people to avoid the area near a mosque in the Clairemont district.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

A drone strike triggered a fire near a nuclear power station in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, authorities said, reporting no injuries or impact on radiation levels.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

After missing so much time in recent years with injuries to his back, his knee, his wrist and his calf, he’s just happy to be contributing again.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

When he finally woke up, he was on his stomach, and someone was placing soothing cloths on his injuries.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh