Definition

Not having any bruises or injuries on the skin.

Example

After the game, she was happy to see that she was unbruised despite the rough play.

Conversation

Wow, you look completely unbruised after that fall!

Thanks! I guess I landed just right.

I was so worried you'd get hurt.

Me too, but I'm glad I'm unbruised this time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbruised → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "bruised" (from Old English "brūsan", meaning to break or crush). The word "unbruised" means not broken or crushed, indicating something that remains intact or unharmed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'bruised', which means broken or crushed. This helps you remember that 'unbruised' refers to something that is not harmed or remains intact.

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