wrecked
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for wrecked, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Destroyed or badly damaged, especially in an accident.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
smashed up
demolished
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Destroyed or badly damaged, especially in an accident.
“The wrecked car was towed off the motorway.”
2. adj
Informal: extremely drunk or high on drugs.
“He was completely wrecked by the end of the party.”
Opposites
Frequently asked questions
What does “wrecked” mean?
The word “wrecked” means destroyed or badly damaged, especially in an accident. In plain terms, ruined or destroyed — or, in slang, extremely drunk.
How do you pronounce “wrecked”?
“Wrecked” is pronounced REHKT (/ˈɹɛkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “wrecked” in a sentence?
Here is “wrecked” used in a sentence: “The wrecked car was towed off the motorway.”
What part of speech is “wrecked”?
“Wrecked” is an adjective.
Is “wrecked” a common word?
“Wrecked” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “wrecked” have?
“Wrecked” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: destroyed or badly damaged, especially in an accident.
What is the difference between "wrecked" and "damaged"?
"Wrecked" implies severe destruction, often leaving something unusable or beyond repair, while "damaged" can describe any degree of harm, from minor to severe. A damaged car might still run, but a wrecked car typically cannot.
What does "wrecked" mean when used informally about a person?
Informally, "wrecked" can describe someone who is extremely drunk or high on drugs, as opposed to its literal sense of physical destruction. This usage is casual slang rather than formal or clinical language.
Is "wrecked" the same as "totaled" when describing a car?
"Wrecked" and "totaled" both describe a car that has suffered serious damage, but "totaled" is a more specific term used when the cost of repairs exceeds the vehicle's value, effectively writing it off. "Wrecked" is a more general description of severe damage from an accident.
