BRUISE
Scrabble letter values: B3R1U1I1S1E1 = 8
Definition
- noun an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration. — synonyms: contusion
- verb injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of. — synonyms: contuse
- verb hurt the feelings of. — synonyms: hurt, wound, injure, offend, spite
- verb break up into small pieces for food preparation.
- verb damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure.
Examples
- “I bruised my knee”
- “She hurt me when she did not include me among her guests”
- “This remark really bruised my ego”