bumped
v.v. to hit something or someone lightly, usually by accident. You use this when you accidentally touch something while moving.
v. to strike or collide with something, typically with light force and often unintentionally. The past tense and past participle of 'bump'.
I bumped my head on the low door.
She bumped into an old friend while shopping at the local market.
The car bumped along the rough road, jolting the passengers with every pothole they encountered.
Usage
Often used with 'into' for accidental meetings or 'against' for physical contact.
Last updated May 4, 2026