Chafed is a common word meaning irritated or rubbed raw. Some synonyms for chafed include abraded, grazed, inflamed, sore, and raw. Another word that can be used instead of chafed is irritated. An alternative word for chafed is rubbed. The word chafed is often associated with skin that has become irritated due to friction or rubbing. However, it can also refer to feelings of irritation, impatience, or annoyance. Other synonyms for chafed that relate to emotions include vexed, annoyed, and irked. When speaking about physical irritation, other synonyms for chafed include scraped, wounded, and torn.