Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

accident-victim

noun
ˈæksɪdənt ˈvɪktɪm
Definition
A person who suffers harm or injury as a result of an accident.
Examples
  • The accident-victim was taken to the hospital for treatment.
  • Support groups can provide help to accident-victims and their families.
  • After the crash, many accident-victims shared their stories.
Meaning
An accident-victim is someone who is directly affected by an unforeseen event that causes physical or emotional damage.
Synonyms
  • casualty
  • injured party
  • hurt individual
  • affected person