verb
- to cause physical harm or damage to someone or something
- to harm someone’s reputation, feelings, or chances of success
Examples
- She injured her ankle while playing soccer.
- The accident injured three passengers.
- Be careful not to injure yourself with that knife.
- The scandal injured his political career.
- Her harsh words injured his feelings.
- The negative review could injure the restaurant’s reputation.
- The storm injured several trees in the park.