Meaning of the word wrenched in English

What does wrenched mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wrenched

US /rɛntʃt/
UK /rɛntʃt/

Verb

1.

pulled or twisted suddenly and violently

Example:
He wrenched the door open and stormed out.
She wrenched her ankle playing basketball.
2.

caused great mental or emotional distress to

Example:
The news of his death wrenched her heart.
It wrenched him to leave his family behind.