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US/ˈdæm.ɪdʒd/
UK/ˈdæm.ɪdʒd/
harmed or broken, so that something is no longer in good condition
In context
The damaged car was towed away after the accident on the highway.
Please return any damaged goods to the store within thirty days.
His reputation was badly damaged by the false rumors about him.
Words that go with damaged
adjective + noun
- damaged goodsThe shop sells damaged goods at half price.
- damaged reputationHe tried to repair his damaged reputation.
adverb + adjective
- badly damagedThe roof was badly damaged in the storm.
- severely damagedSeveral houses were severely damaged.
adjective + preposition
- damaged byThe books were damaged by water.
- damaged beyond repairThe phone was damaged beyond repair.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The damaged of the storm was huge.Correct: The damage from the storm was huge.