Synonyms for Scarred
Definition of scarred
- adjective
- deeply affected or marked by mental or physical pain or injury; "Could her scarred mind ever be free of fear?"; "a face scarred by anxiety"; "the fire left her arm badly scarred"
- blemished by injury or rough wear; "the scarred piano bench"; "walls marred by graffiti"
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "scarred"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like blemished, marked, marred can replace "scarred" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Scarred" in song lyrics
See how scarred is used in real songs:
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"All problems solved, all matters scarred"
2 Live Crew — Living in America -
"I remember back when, how the Kid got scarred"
2 Live Crew — Here I Come -
"I know times get hard, leave you mentally scarred"
The 49ers f/ Midnight Bully — Regain Control