skint
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for skint, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Completely out of money; broke.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Antonyms
How to use skint
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
totally skint
skint until payday
flat skint
Informal and mainly British; Americans would say "broke" instead.
Etymology
British slang from the 1920s, a variant spelling of "skinned" — the idea of being stripped of your money like being stripped of skin.
Full origin of skint →Frequently asked questions
What does “skint” mean?
The word “skint” means completely out of money; broke. In plain terms, a casual British word for having no money at all.
How do you pronounce “skint”?
“Skint” is pronounced skihnt (/skɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “skint” in a sentence?
Here is “skint” used in a sentence: “I can't come to the pub tonight, I'm totally skint until payday.”
What part of speech is “skint”?
“Skint” is an adjective.
Where does the word “skint” come from?
The word “skint” dates back to around 1920. British slang from the 1920s, a variant spelling of "skinned" — the idea of being stripped of your money like being stripped of skin.
