No. 10,629 in French
meurtri
"Meurtri" means "bruised" or "wounded," both physically and emotionally.
In a sentence
Son cœur était meurtri par les souvenirs du passé.
His heart was bruised by memories of the past.
Here, 'meurtri' is used metaphorically to describe emotional hurt or pain.
Je vois un bras meurtri après le match de rugby.
I see a bruised arm after the rugby match.
In this context, 'meurtri' is used literally, referring to physical injury or bruising.
Elle se sentait meurtrie par les mots durs de son ami.
She felt hurt by the harsh words of her friend.
'Meurtri' here is used to express emotional pain caused by someone's words or actions.
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