adj
Uncommon
blasted
BLAH-stihd
Blasted (adj) means Destroyed or damaged by an explosion or violent force. Example: “The blasted ruins of the old fort still stood on the hill.”
adj
1
Destroyed or damaged by an explosion or violent force.
"The blasted ruins of the old fort still stood on the hill."
2
Used to express annoyance, as a mild curse.
"I can't find my blasted keys anywhere!"
adv
1
Used to intensify a statement, expressing frustration.
"It's blasted cold out there tonight."
How to use blasted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDamaged by an explosion, or (informally) an all-purpose word for annoyance, similar to "damned."
When to use it
As an intensifier ("blasted nuisance"), it is old-fashioned, mildly comic informal speech rather than a serious curse.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more blasted
- Superlative
- most blasted
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Etymology
Past participle of "blast," extended to a mild swear word expressing frustration.
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What does “blasted” mean?
The word “blasted” means destroyed or damaged by an explosion or violent force. In plain terms, damaged by an explosion, or (informally) an all-purpose word for annoyance, similar to "damned.".
How do you pronounce “blasted”?
“Blasted” is pronounced BLAH-stihd (/ˈblæs.tɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “blasted” in a sentence?
Here is “blasted” used in a sentence: “The blasted ruins of the old fort still stood on the hill.”
What part of speech is “blasted”?
Depending on how it is used, “blasted” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Is “blasted” a common word?
“Blasted” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “blasted” have?
“Blasted” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: destroyed or damaged by an explosion or violent force.
