Buffeted: meaning, definitions and examples
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buffeted
[ ˈbʌfɪtɪd ]
physical impact
To buffet means to strike repeatedly and violently, often with the force of waves or wind. This term is commonly used to describe the action of strong forces hitting an object or person. It can imply a sense of being overwhelmed or subjected to harsh conditions, such as buffeting winds during a storm. The word can also refer to the act of hitting something, such as in boxing or wrestling.
Synonyms
assailed, battered, hit, pounded, struck
Examples of usage
- The boat was buffeted by the fierce waves.
- He was buffeted by the harsh winds while hiking.
- The trees were buffeted as the storm approached.
- She felt herself being buffeted by the crowd.
- The car was buffeted by the strong gusts.
Translations
Translations of the word "buffeted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 bafejado
🇮🇳 झटका दिया
🇩🇪 geschüttelt
🇮🇩 dihantam
🇺🇦 підбитий
🇵🇱 uderzony
🇯🇵 叩かれた
🇫🇷 buffeté
🇪🇸 golpeado
🇹🇷 sarsılmış
🇰🇷 강타당한
🇸🇦 مُهتَزّ
🇨🇿 zasažený
🇸🇰 zasiahnutý
🇨🇳 撞击的
🇸🇮 udaren
🇮🇸 fyrir áhrifum
🇰🇿 соққыға ұшыраған
🇬🇪 დარტყმული
🇦🇿 zərbəyə məruz qalmış
🇲🇽 golpeado
Word origin
The word 'buffet' comes from the late Middle English term 'buffet', which meant a slap or a blow, and is derived from the Old French term 'buffer', to slap or to push. The word was originally used in relation to physical strikes or blows. Over time, 'buffet' evolved to include the idea of being struck by natural forces such as wind or water. This transition reflects the growing metaphorical use of the term, where it represents not just physical impacts, but also the figurative assaults one might endure in life, such as adversity or challenge. The word's usage has broadened, allowing it to describe experiences of turbulence or hardship, and has maintained its association with forceful action. Additionally, the evolution of the language and the inclusion of 'buffet' in various literary and colloquial contexts have enriched its meaning. Today, it encompasses both tangible impacts and more abstract confrontations.