adj Uncommon

thwarted

Thwarted (adj) means Blocked or prevented from succeeding. Example: “The thwarted coup left the government shaken.”

adj

Blocked or prevented from succeeding.

"The thwarted coup left the government shaken."

How to use thwarted

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishStopped from happening, or left feeling frustrated after being blocked.

Word forms

more thwarted comparative, most thwarted superlative

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Rhymes for thwarted

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Frequently asked questions

What does “thwarted” mean?

The word “thwarted” means blocked or prevented from succeeding. In plain terms, stopped from happening, or left feeling frustrated after being blocked.

How do you use “thwarted” in a sentence?

Here is “thwarted” used in a sentence: “The thwarted coup left the government shaken.”

What part of speech is “thwarted”?

“Thwarted” is an adjective.

Is “thwarted” a common word?

“Thwarted” is an uncommon word in modern English.