blown
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for blown, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Swollen or puffed up, as if filled with air.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Past participle of "blow," from Old English blawan.
Full origin of blown →Frequently asked questions
What does “blown” mean?
The word “blown” means swollen or puffed up, as if filled with air. In plain terms, used for things that are swollen, someone out of breath, a plan that has failed, or (slang) someone high on drugs.
How do you pronounce “blown”?
“Blown” is pronounced blohn (/bloʊn/ in IPA).
How do you use “blown” in a sentence?
Here is “blown” used in a sentence: “The tyre looked blown and ready to burst.”
What part of speech is “blown”?
“Blown” is an adjective.
Where does the word “blown” come from?
The word “blown” comes from Old English. Past participle of "blow," from Old English blawan.
Is “blown” a common word?
“Blown” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “blown” have?
“Blown” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: swollen or puffed up, as if filled with air.
What is the difference between 'blown' and 'blew'?
'Blew' is the simple past tense of 'blow,' as in 'the wind blew all night.' 'Blown' is the past participle, used with a helping verb, as in 'the fuse has blown' or 'she was blown away.'