Synonyms for Wound
Definition of wound
adjective
- put in a coil
noun
- an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)
- a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "wound"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like coiled, hurt, injure can replace "wound" 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.
With 8 alternatives available, "wound" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Wound" in song lyrics
See how wound is used in real songs:
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"The sharper the metal the deeper the wound"
60 Second Assassin f/ C.C.F. Division, La the Darkman, Prodigal Sunn, RZA, Timbo King — War Zone (Remix) -
"Molar foaming but he hold his own wound"
Aesop Rock — Fast Cars -
"Put your finger in your gun shot wound"
Beanie Sigel f/ Peedi Crack — Flatline