Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Bruises.
Bruises - as a noun
An injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contusion11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
harm9hurt7injury16trauma8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Bruises - as a verb
Injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of
Example: "I bruised my knee"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contuse9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
injure13wound9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hurt the feelings of
Example: "She hurt me when she did not include me among her guests"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hurt7injure13offend13spite7wound9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouse6elicit8enkindle13evoke12fire7kindle11provoke16raise5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Break up into small pieces for food preparation
Example: "Bruise the berries with a wooden spoon and strain them"
Damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure
Example: "The customer bruised the strawberries by squeezing them"
Example Sentences
"She had several bruises on her legs from the fall."
"The boxer had multiple bruises on his face after the intense match."
"My brother's arm was covered in bruises after the car accident."
"The child cried in pain as the nurse examined his bruises."
"The patient complained of persistent bruises on her arms and legs."
Word Game Points
Is BRUISES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bruises is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BRUISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is BRUISES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bruises is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBRUISES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is BRUISES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bruises is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBRUISES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
