mangled
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for mangled, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Badly crushed, torn, or twisted out of shape.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use mangled
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
mangled wreckage
mangled remains
Etymology
The past-participle form of mangle, formed with the regular -ed ending.
Full origin of mangled →Frequently asked questions
What does “mangled” mean?
The word “mangled” means badly crushed, torn, or twisted out of shape. In plain terms, crushed or twisted into a wrecked, damaged state.
How do you pronounce “mangled”?
“Mangled” is pronounced MANG-guhld (/ˈmæŋɡəld/ in IPA).
How do you use “mangled” in a sentence?
Here is “mangled” used in a sentence: “Rescue workers pulled the driver from the mangled car.”
What part of speech is “mangled”?
“Mangled” is an adjective.
