wronged

adjective

ˈrȯŋd How to pronounce wronged (audio)
Synonyms of wrongednext
: being injured unjustly : suffering a wrong

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The wronged wife can acknowledge or ignore the presence of the other woman, who may be mourning the death of the man as much or more than his wife is. — Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 30 May 2026 Similarly, we are even made to sympathize with their adversaries, who regularly view themselves as deeply wronged or entitled to revenge. — Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 6 July 2022 Burnley’s case against Everton, with a decision expected before the turn of the year, promises to offer timely guidance on what a wronged party can expect. — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 19 Nov. 2025 Experts shared growing concern about chatter around a unifying message of people who feel wronged -- by those in power, by the political system and by Big Tech. — Sara Sidner and Mallory Simon, CNN, 16 Jan. 2021 See All Example Sentences for wronged

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wronged was in the 15th century

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“Wronged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wronged. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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