How Do You Spell BATTERED?

Pronunciation: [bˈatəd] (IPA)

The word "battered" is spelled with two T's, and pronounced /ˈbætərd/. This word is commonly used to describe something that has been beaten or damaged during use, such as a battered car or a battered frying pan. The first syllable is pronounced with the short "a" sound and the second syllable is pronounced with the schwa sound. The double consonants in the spelling indicate the need for a short pause or emphasis in the pronunciation, as in the "tt" in "battered."

BATTERED Meaning and Definition

1. Battered is an adjective that describes something that has been repeatedly or heavily struck or hit, resulting in visible damage or deformation. It can be applied to both animate and inanimate objects, and it implies a state of being worn out and damaged due to repeated blows or prolonged use.

   In terms of physical objects, something that is battered often exhibits signs of wear and tear, such as dents, scratches, or broken parts. For instance, a battered car would have a damaged body with visible marks from accidents or collisions. Similarly, a battered book may have torn pages, a worn-out cover, or dog-eared corners as a result of continuous handling and use.

   It can also describe the state of a person who has endured physical violence or abuse, indicating both visible and internal injuries caused by repeated striking or assaulting. A battered individual may display physical wounds such as bruises, cuts, or broken bones, as well as emotional and psychological trauma resulting from the abuse.

   Metaphorically, the term "battered" can be used to denote a state of exhaustion or deep fatigue, often arising from prolonged hardship or challenging circumstances. For example, a battered community refers to one that has been heavily affected by natural disasters, wars, or economic crises, and is struggling to recover from the consequences.

   Overall, "battered" conveys the imagery of something that has suffered repeated blows, resulting in visible damage, whether it be physical objects, individuals, or metaphorical situations.

Top Common Misspellings for BATTERED *

• batterd 72.7272727%
• battred 18.1818181%
• bastered 9.090909%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for BATTERED

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Etymology of BATTERED

The word battered is derived from the Middle English term bateren, which originated from the Old French word batre meaning to beat or to strike. The Old French word itself came from the Latin term battuere, which also means to beat.

Idioms with the word BATTERED

• bruised and battered The idiom "bruised and battered" means physically injured, usually due to a tough or difficult experience. It can also be used figuratively to describe someone who has been emotionally or mentally worn down.
• battered Battered is an adjective that describes something that has been damaged, worn-out, or beaten up from repeated use or abuse.

Similar spelling words for BATTERED

• butterweed,
• bitterweed,
• Batterton.

Conjugate verb Battered

CONDITIONAL

I would batter

we would batter

you would batter

he/she/it would batter

they would batter

FUTURE

I will batter

we will batter

you will batter

he/she/it will batter

they will batter

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have battered

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PAST

I battered

we battered

you battered

he/she/it battered

they battered

PAST PERFECT

I had battered

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PRESENT

I batter

we batter

you batter

he/she/it batters

they batter

PRESENT PERFECT

I have battered

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they have battered

I am battering

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