blighted
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for blighted, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Damaged, ruined, or held back by blight or hardship.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use blighted
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
blighted area
blighted crops
Etymology
From "blight" plus "-ed."
Full origin of blighted →Frequently asked questions
What does “blighted” mean?
The word “blighted” means damaged, ruined, or held back by blight or hardship. In plain terms, ruined or spoiled by disease, neglect, or misfortune.
How do you pronounce “blighted”?
“Blighted” is pronounced BLEYE-tihd (/ˈblaɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “blighted” in a sentence?
Here is “blighted” used in a sentence: “The blighted neighbourhood had seen little investment in decades.”
What part of speech is “blighted”?
“Blighted” is an adjective.
