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wronged

American  
[rawngd, rongd] / rɔŋd, rɒŋd /

adjective

  1. treated unfairly or unjustly.

    the wronged party in the dispute.


Other Word Forms

  • unwronged adjective

Etymology

Origin of wronged

First recorded in 1540–50; wrong + -ed 2

Example Sentences

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In any Hollywood film, the good guy must be wronged; only thereafter does he wreak havoc.

From Barron's

No, ‘We have wronged you in time. We owe you.’

From Literature

Actually let me take it to back because if somebody has wronged me, then I wish them the best.

From Los Angeles Times

"Today, I breathe a sigh of relief knowing that despite the justice system's flaws, my case may give hope to those who have also been wronged by the US government," said Ozturk in a statement.

From Barron's

But here is a final thought that may cheer the new archbishop: the Church of England still seems capable of inspiring deep affection, even from those who feel it has wronged them.

From BBC