served
8 synonyms for served, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — Delivered something with real impact, especially a striking look, performance or piece of attitude. Often used with no object, or with the quality supplied afterwards.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb slang
Delivered something with real impact, especially a striking look, performance or piece of attitude. Often used with no object, or with the quality supplied afterwards.
“She served at the awards, that dress was unbelievable.”
How to use served
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The slang senses are informal and originate in Black American and drag culture; the legal and hospitality senses are standard.
Etymology
The slang senses extend the ordinary verb serve, from the idea of presenting something to someone; the look-based sense is associated with American ballroom and drag culture.
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