injure

//ˈɪndʒər//
B1Frequency Level 8Neutral
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Verb

injureInfinitive
injurePresent tense
injuredPast tense
injuredPast participle
injuringPresent participle
injuresThird-person singular
1

to cause physical harm or damage to a person or animal's body

He injured his knee playing soccer.

2

to harm or damage someone's feelings, reputation, or chances of success

His harsh criticism injured her pride.

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