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What does amped mean?
Full of energy and excitement, especially keyed up for a surf or looking forward to good waves. Close cousin to stoked but with more adrenaline.
"I'm so amped for the swell tomorrow I can barely sleep."
Origin
Surf and skate slang from 'amplified', suggesting high electrical energy.
Frequently asked questions
What does amped mean?
It means full of energy and excitement, especially keyed up for a surf or looking forward to good waves. It's like stoked but with more adrenaline.
Where does amped come from?
It's surf and skate slang derived from 'amplified', suggesting high, buzzing electrical energy.
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