battered
01
破旧的, 损坏的
worn out or damaged due to age or frequent use
例子
The old, battered suitcase had traveled with him across countless countries.
那个旧的、破旧的手提箱曾与他一起穿越无数国家。
She clutched her battered notebook, filled with years of ideas and sketches.
她紧握着她那本破旧的笔记本，里面装满了多年的想法和草图。
02
情感上疲惫不堪, 心理上备受打击
emotionally or psychologically worn down by repeated hardship, setbacks, or defeat
例子
The team was battered by a series of tough losses.
这支队伍被一系列艰难的失利击垮了。
After months of layoffs and budget cuts, the staff felt battered and demoralized.
经过数月的裁员和预算削减后，员工们感到疲惫不堪且士气低落。
03
受虐待的, 遭受暴力的
subjected to ongoing physical abuse, often in the context of domestic violence
例子
The shelter provides support for battered women.
该庇护所为受虐妇女提供支持。
Authorities intervened to protect the battered children.
当局介入以保护受虐儿童。
