scabbed

[ skab-id, skabd ]

adjective

1. covered with or affected by scabs.
2. Obsolete. mean or petty.

Other Words From

• scabbed·ness noun
• un·scabbed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of scabbed¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; scab, -ed ³

Example Sentences

The wounds that Vogel prods have largely scabbed over, and the concluding mood is one of compassion and release.

From New York Times

She had reported concerns about a mole on her upper arm which had grown, becoming itchy and scabbed.

From BBC

His hand is still bruised and scabbed, and it must heal fully before he can resume swinging a bat.

From Washington Times

But by now, the wound has scabbed over.

From Los Angeles Times

He tries, but his hands are stiff with scabbed skin, and he’s still shaking.

From Literature