Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
battered
adjective
/ˈbæt.ərd/
Definition
damaged by repeated use or exposure.
Examples
- After years of use, the battered old car finally gave up on the road.
- She gave him a battered book that had seen better days.
Meaning
The term ‘battered’ refers to something that has been worn down or harmed due to continuous impact, abuse, or harsh conditions.
Synonyms
- damaged
- decrepit
- worn
- weathered
- frayed
