Battered Definition & Meaning

battered
adjective
  1. damaged by blows or hard usage; "a battered old car"; "the beaten-up old Ford"
  2. damaged especially by hard usage; "his battered old hat"
  3. exhibiting symptoms resulting from repeated physical and emotional injury; "a battered child"; "the battered woman syndrome"

"Battered" in song lyrics

See how battered is used in real songs:

  • "I gotta deal with Duracell because of how they get battered"
    The 49ers — Champagne
  • "Ride or die for CMR - get outta line, get battered"
    Big Tymers f/ B.G., Lac — Big Tymers
  • "But then came the laughter, and outside I'm battered"
    Brother Ali — Picket Fence

Usage tips for "battered"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "battered" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for battered to find words that pair well.

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