Synonyms of abrasion

abrasion

noun

ə-ˈbrā-zhən 

as in bruise

an area of skin roughened or worn away by harsh rubbing against another surface

walked away from the auto accident with only minor abrasions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bruise
• graze
• scrape
• gall
• bedsore

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of abrasion

Lack of protection from abrasion could expose wires, increasing the risk of a short circuit. — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 24 July 2026

The finale takes us straight to the hospital, where doctors inform Yancy that Ellie’s suffered a placental abrasion, putting both Ellie and the baby’s life at risk. — Barry Levitt, Time, 23 July 2026

The nylon is also abrasion-resistant, and both the men’s and women’s sizes have a long enough center-back length to tuck into hiking pants. — Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026

Ask about fiber content, abrasion rating and frame materials. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026