Scarred: meaning, definitions and examples

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scarred

[ skɑːrd ]

Adjective / Verb

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

emotional

Having a mark left on the skin or within the mind as a result of a traumatic experience.

Synonyms

damaged, injured, wounded.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
scarred	Similar to 'scarred' above (duplicate entry, treated as the first 'scarred'). His face was scarred from the accident. She was emotionally scarred by the traumatic experience.
wounded	Commonly used to refer to injuries, especially in the context of combat or emotional hurt. Compared to 'injured', it often has a more serious or dramatic connotation. The soldier was wounded in battle. She felt wounded by his harsh words.
damaged	Generally used to talk about something that has been harmed or impaired physically or metaphorically. It often conveys a sense of deterioration over time or due to an event. The car was damaged in the crash. The company's reputation was damaged after the scandal.
injured	Used to describe a person or animal that has sustained a wound or physical harm. It's usually used in the context of accidents or attacks and is often seen in sports or medical discussions. He was injured in the football match. Several people were injured in the car accident.

Examples of usage

His scarred face told the story of his difficult past.
She was scarred by the tragic events of her childhood.

^{Context #2 | Verb}

physical

To mark or damage the surface of something with a cut, scratch, or other visible injury.

Synonyms

damage, injure, mark.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
scarred	Use this word when referring to emotional or psychological wounds that have long-lasting effects, or visible marks left on the skin after a wound has healed. After the accident, he was emotionally scarred and found it difficult to trust people again The deep cut on her arm scarred and left a visible mark
mark	This word applies when talking about a visible spot, line, or area on a surface, including skin, often without the negative implications of a lasting injury. She marked the box with a red X The child fell and got a small mark on his knee
damage	This word is best used when referring to physical harm to objects, structures, or the human body that results in a loss of functionality or value. The storm caused significant damage to the roof The harmful chemicals can damage your skin if you're not careful
injure	Use this word to describe harm or physical harm caused to a living being, often in the context of accidents or deliberate acts of violence. He injured his leg while playing football The soldiers were injured in the battle

Examples of usage

The car was scarred by deep scratches.
The tree trunk was scarred by the claws of a bear.

Translations

Translations of the word "scarred" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cicatrizado

🇮🇳 दाग़दार

🇩🇪 vernarbt

🇮🇩 berluka

🇺🇦 зашрамований

🇵🇱 bliznowaty

🇯🇵 傷跡がある

🇫🇷 cicatricé

🇪🇸 cicatrizado

🇹🇷 yaralı

🇰🇷 흉터가 있는

🇸🇦 مصاب بندوب

🇨🇿 zjizvený

🇸🇰 zjazvený

🇨🇳 有疤痕的

🇸🇮 z brazgotino

🇮🇸 örkum kennt

🇰🇿 жарақаттанған

🇬🇪 ნაიარევი

🇦🇿 yara izləri

🇲🇽 cicatrizado

Etymology

The word 'scarred' originates from the Old English word 'sceard' which means 'a cut or incision'. Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved to include both physical and emotional marks or injuries. The concept of being scarred by experiences has been present in human history for centuries, illustrating the lasting impact of trauma on individuals.

See also: scar, scarce, scarlet, unscarred.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,921, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.

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16918 rigged
16919 evaporating
16920 juicy
16921 scarred
16922 revisited
16923 complicating
16924 autocratic
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