Wrenched: meaning, definitions and examples

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wrenched

 

[ rɛnʧt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical action

Wrenched is the past tense of the verb 'wrench', which means to pull or twist something suddenly and violently. It can refer to both physical actions, like wrenched a muscle during lifting, and metaphorical uses, such as wrenching someone's heart. This term often conveys a sense of force or struggle involved in the action.

Synonyms

pulled, twisted, wrested, yanked

Examples of usage

  • She wrenched her ankle while jogging.
  • He wrenched the door open in frustration.
  • The news wrenched my heart.
  • I accidentally wrenched the tool from his hand.

Translations

Translations of the word "wrenched" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desgarrado

🇮🇳 टूटा हुआ

🇩🇪 verrenkt

🇮🇩 terpelintir

🇺🇦 скручений

🇵🇱 skręcony

🇯🇵 捻じれた

🇫🇷 tordu

🇪🇸 retorcido

🇹🇷 bükülmüş

🇰🇷 휘어진

🇸🇦 مُلتوي

🇨🇿 zkroucený

🇸🇰 skrútený

🇨🇳 扭曲的

🇸🇮 ukrivljen

🇮🇸 snúinn

🇰🇿 бұралған

🇬🇪 ქანქარი

🇦🇿 bükülmüş

🇲🇽 torcido

Etymology

The word 'wrench' originated from the Old English word 'wrenccan', meaning to twist or to turn. Its usage has evolved over the centuries, appearing in Middle English texts as 'wrenche' to denote similar twisting or pulling actions. The verb form gained prominence in the 14th century, expanding its meanings related to both physical manipulation and emotional distress. Over time, 'wrenched' has been used in various contexts, illustrating its flexibility in describing sudden, forceful actions or feelings of anguish. Today, it is commonly used in both literal and figurative senses, solidifying its place in modern English.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,825, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.