Definitions

injury

[in-juh-ree] / ˈɪn dʒə ri /

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 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

boo-boo 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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"It is very surreal," said Rai, who has struggled to practice at times this year because of a neck injury.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

In Boston, Marybeth Oskowski turned to acupuncture as part of a treatment plan for her terrier mix, Maddie, following a spinal injury.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Shi exited the Malaysia Open early in January due to a back injury.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

The researchers hope the findings could eventually lead to new ways to help older adults remain active and assist people recovering from stroke or injury.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

She wanted to minimize the risk of injury before Rio and also make sure her Olympic hopefuls wouldn’t burn out before the Games.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

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