hyperextended
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌhaɪpərɪkˈstɛndɪd/
KK: /haɪpərɪkˈstɛndɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a position or movement where a joint is extended beyond its normal range of motion, often leading to injury.
Example
He suffered a hyperextended knee during the game.
Conversation
Did you see that athlete's hyperextended knee during the game?
I know, it looked really painful!
Yeah, I can't believe how hyperextended it got when he fell.
I hope he recovers quickly; injuries like that can be so serious.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
elongated
extended
prolonged
Antonyms
shortened
contracted
compressed
verb
Definition
To stretch a joint or limb beyond its normal range of motion, often resulting in injury.
Example
He hyperextended his knee while playing basketball.
Tense Forms
Past: hyperextended
Past Participle: hyperextended
Conversation
Did you see how he hyperextended his knee during the game?
Yeah, it looked really painful!
I hope he didn't hurt himself too badly.
Root Explanation
Hyperextended → It is formed from "hyper-" (meaning over or excessive) and "extendere" (meaning to stretch). The word describes a condition where a joint is stretched beyond its normal range of motion, often excessively.
Memory Tip
Think of 'hyper-' meaning 'over' and 'extend' meaning 'to stretch' — this helps you remember that hyperextended refers to stretching a joint too far.
Visually Confused Words
pretended