fractured
word · lemma: fracture
Definition
Broken or cracked, usually referring to a bone or an object that has been split into pieces. Can also describe something that is damaged or no longer whole.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in medical contexts: 'fractured bone', especially with X-rays. Also applies to physical objects (e.g., 'fractured glass') or abstract ideas ('fractured relationship'). More formal than 'broken' for injuries; 'fractured' often sounds medical or technical.
Example Sentences
He has a fractured arm from the fall.
basic
The glass was fractured after it was dropped.
basic
His leg was badly fractured in the accident.
basic
After months of stress, their friendship felt fractured.
natural
The report showed a deeply fractured society.
natural
You should see a doctor if you suspect a bone is fractured.
natural