adjective
- torn roughly or jaggedly; having deep cuts or wounds
- deeply hurt emotionally; severely distressed
Usage: figurative
Examples
- The hiker’s lacerated leg required immediate medical attention.
- His lacerated hand was bandaged carefully by the nurse.
- The accident left her with lacerated skin on both arms.
- She felt emotionally lacerated after the harsh criticism.
- The lacerated fabric could not be repaired.
- His lacerated pride took months to heal.
- The doctor examined the lacerated wound thoroughly.