Battered
/ˈbæt.ərd/
Battered describes something or someone that has been repeatedly struck, damaged, or worn out, often showing visible signs of abuse or wear.
Examples
- After the storm, the battered shutters creaked in the wind.
- The battered boxer rose slowly after the final round.
- She carried a battered suitcase that had survived many journeys.
- Rain had battered the old wooden doors, leaving them swollen.
- Battered furniture lined the attic, each piece showing years of wear.
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