Dud: meaning, definitions and examples
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dud
[ dสd ]
informal use
The term 'dud' refers to something that is useless or ineffective, often used to describe a failed product or a person who is perceived as incompetent or ineffectual. In a more lighthearted context, it can refer to an individual who is seen as socially awkward or lacking in style. The word can also describe a person who is unusually unattractive or not appealing in some way.
Synonyms
disappointment, failure, flop, loser
Examples of usage
- That movie was a total dud.
- He showed up in a dud outfit.
- She called him a dud because he couldn't dance.
- The party was a dud without music.
- My new gadget turned out to be a dud.
Translations
Translations of the word "dud" in other languages:
๐ต๐น bicho
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคตเคเฅเคซ
๐ฉ๐ช Dummkopf
๐ฎ๐ฉ bodoh
๐บ๐ฆ ะดััะตะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ gลupek
๐ฏ๐ต ใใซ
๐ซ๐ท idiot
๐ช๐ธ tonto
๐น๐ท aptal
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฐ๋ณด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃุญู ู
๐จ๐ฟ hlupรกk
๐ธ๐ฐ hlupรกk
๐จ๐ณ ๅป็
๐ธ๐ฎ neumen
๐ฎ๐ธ kall
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐาัะปััะท
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแจแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ axmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ tonto
Etymology
The word 'dud' is believed to have originated from the mid-19th century, specifically around the 1860s in British English. It likely emerged from the practice of referring to something that failed to perform as expected, particularly in reference to fireworks that failed to ignite. The etymology may also link to the obsolete word 'dud', which referred to a rag or an old garment, emphasizing something worn-out or ineffective. The term became popular in contexts of disappointment or failure, especially in entertainment and social situations. Over the years, 'dud' has transitioned into informal American English, where it now encompasses broader uses, including describing individuals who do not meet social expectations.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,026 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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- 32023 catchword
- 32024 neighing
- 32025 pansy
- 32026 dud
- 32027 tenderloin
- 32028 bemoaning
- 32029 resignedly
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