Meaning & Definition of word "Bruising"

Bruising

/ˈbruːzɪŋ/

1. The act or result of inflicting bruises; a mark indicating injury or harm.
- Example: After the match, he had several bruising on his legs from the tackles.
2. A state of injury or damage to one's emotional state.
- Example: The breakup left her with emotional bruising that took time to heal.
3. An intense or severe impact or effect, especially in a competitive context.
- Example: The bruising defeat in the championship game left the team reeling.

1. To inflict a bruise on (someone or something); to cause an injury that results in discoloration of the skin.
- Example: He was bruising his arm while trying to lift the heavy box.
2. To damage or impair something by rough handling.
- Example: The rough packaging ended up bruising the fruit during transport.

From bruise + -ing, indicating the action or effect of bruising.

bruising defeat:

a severe loss or setback in a competition or confrontation.

bruising criticism:

harsh or severe comments or feedback.

bruising workout:

a tough exercise session that may cause physical stress or injury.

bruise:

an injury appearing as a purple or blue mark on the skin.

contusion:

a bruise; an injury to the tissue or skin usually caused by a blow.

injury:

physical harm or damage to someone's body.

Meaning: getting hurt emotionally or physically.

Example Sentence: After that argument, I felt like I was bruising inside.

Meaning: a tough experience that leaves lasting effects.

Example Sentence: Trying to start a business can be bruising.