uninjured

adjective

un·​in·​jured ˌən-ˈin-jərd How to pronounce uninjured (audio)
Synonyms of uninjurednext
: not injured : unhurt
escaped from the accident uninjured

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The trooper involved in the altercation was uninjured, according to the news release. — Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 31 Aug. 2026 The boater was found to be uninjured and safely brought back to shore. — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026 The driver was uninjured and cited by police for failing to yield. — Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 24 Aug. 2026 After around 70 people lent a hand in the search for Pietrok, he was rescued uninjured. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uninjured

Word History

First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uninjured was in 1578

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“Uninjured.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uninjured. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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