Unhealed: meaning, definitions and examples
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unhealed
[ ʌnˈhiːld ]
medical condition
Unhealed refers to a state where a wound or injury has not yet completed the healing process. This can apply to physical injuries such as cuts, burns, or surgical incisions. An unhealed condition may show signs of inflammation or infection, and it often requires medical attention to prevent further health issues. In a broader sense, the term can also be used metaphorically to describe unresolved emotional or psychological traumas.
Synonyms
open, painful, raw, untreated.
Examples of usage
- The doctor examined the unhealed wound on the patient's arm.
- She still felt the pain of unhealed emotional scars from her past.
- An unhealed fracture can lead to long-term mobility issues.
Translations
Translations of the word "unhealed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não curado
🇮🇳 असाध्य
🇩🇪 nicht geheilt
🇮🇩 tidak sembuh
🇺🇦 незаживлений
🇵🇱 nieuzdrowiony
🇯🇵 治癒されていない
🇫🇷 non guéri
🇪🇸 no curado
🇹🇷 iyileşmemiş
🇰🇷 치유되지 않은
🇸🇦 غير مُعالج
🇨🇿 neuzdravený
🇸🇰 neuzdravený
🇨🇳 未愈合的
🇸🇮 neozdravljen
🇮🇸 ólæknandi
🇰🇿 емделмеген
🇬🇪 არასამკურნალო
🇦🇿 tamamlanmamış
🇲🇽 no curado
Etymology
The term 'unhealed' is derived from the Old English word 'halian', which means 'to make whole or sound'. The prefix 'un-' is a common addition in English, primarily indicating a negation or reversal of the state of being. Thus, 'unhealed' directly conveys the opposite of healed. The concept of healing is not exclusive to physical injuries; it spans various contexts, including emotional, spiritual, and psychological domains. Over time, the use of the word has expanded in literature and conversational English, often appearing in discussions regarding mental health, trauma, and recovery. Its increasing relevance reflects a growing awareness of the importance of addressing emotional and psychological wounds.