Blanked: meaning, definitions and examples

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blanked

 

[ blรฆล‹kd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

emotional state

To be 'blanked' means to experience a state of mental or emotional emptiness where one feels unable to think or respond. This can happen due to stress, anxiety, or overwhelming feelings. It can also refer to the act of ignoring someone deliberately, leading them to feel neglected. The term is commonly used in social situations to describe moments when someone feels disregarded or left out.

Synonyms

ignored, neglected, overlooked, snubbed.

Examples of usage

  • He blanked during the exam and couldn't remember anything.
  • She felt blanked at the party when no one spoke to her.
  • I completely blanked on what I was supposed to say.
Context #2 | Verb

technical usage

In a technical sense, 'blanked' can refer to a state where an information display or a function on a device shows no data or activation. For example, a computer screen may go blank while processing information or due to a malfunction. This usage highlights the absence of expected output and typically indicates a need for troubleshooting.

Synonyms

cleared, erased, reset, wiped.

Examples of usage

  • The screen went blanked after the system crashed.
  • He blanked out the display temporarily for privacy.
  • After the update, my device blanked unexpectedly.

Translations

Translations of the word "blanked" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น anulado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เคพเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช leer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kosong

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพั€ะพะถะฝั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pusty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฉบ็™ฝใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vide

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vacรญo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท boลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋นˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุงุฑุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prรกzdnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prรกzdny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฉบ็™ฝ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prazno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tรณmt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะพั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ boลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vacรญo

Etymology

The word 'blank' originated from the Old French term 'blanc', which translates to 'white' and signifies something that is empty or void. It has evolved across different languages and contexts, where 'blank' denotes an absence or lack of something. In the 20th century, the verb form 'blanked' emerged, primarily in informal settings, to encapsulate the idea of mental forgetfulness or intentional disregard. The term has gained traction in modern slang, particularly among younger generations, describing feelings of isolation or neglect in social contexts. The adaptability of 'blanked' allows for its use in both emotional and technical discussions, emphasizing the versatility of the word.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,528 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.