What does battered mean?
Battered means simple past and past participle of batter.
Battered
/ˈbætəd/ · verb
Meaning
simple past and past participle of batter.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past and past participle of batter
- Beaten up through a lot of use; in rough condition; weathered.
- Beaten repeatedly or consistently; beaten up.
- (informal) Drunk; inebriated.
- (cooking) Coated with batter (noun).
Example Sentences
The dinghy was trailing astern at the end of its painter, and Merrion looked at it as he passed. He saw that it was a battered-looking affair of the prahm type, with a blunt snout, and like the parent ship, had recently been painted a vivid green.
While the defense lawyers have likened the condition to the post traumatic stress disorders afflicting war veterans and battered women, which have been used in other insanity defense cases, they have said that they know of no previous trials when a "black rage" defense has been raised.
There's also a wooden seat running the full length of the building - ideal for stopping to watch the wildlife on the seashore without getting battered by the weather!
Synonyms for battered
Antonyms for battered
Related Words
Word Forms
- more battered
- most battered
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for battered?
Common synonyms include beaten, damaged, abused, worn.
What is the opposite of battered?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use battered in a sentence?
The dinghy was trailing astern at the end of its painter, and Merrion looked at it as he passed. He saw that it was a battered-looking affair of the prahm type, with a blunt snout, and like the parent ship, had recently been painted a vivid green.
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