Goddammit: meaning, definitions and examples

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goddammit

 

[ ɡɑːdˈdæmɪt ]

Interjection
Context #1 | Interjection

exclamation, frustration

The term 'goddammit' is an exclamation used to express frustration, annoyance, or anger. It is often used when something goes wrong or does not go according to plan. This expression conveys strong feelings and is considered informal, often regarded as profanity. The term combines the word 'God' with a strong curse, which some might find offensive depending on the context in which it is used.

Synonyms

blast it, curse it, damn it

Examples of usage

  • Goddammit, I can't believe I lost my keys!
  • She shouted, 'Goddammit!' when the computer crashed.
  • Goddammit, why is this traffic so bad today?

Translations

Translations of the word "goddammit" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caramba

🇮🇳 हे भगवान

🇩🇪 verdammt

🇮🇩 sial

🇺🇦 чорт

🇵🇱 kurczę

🇯🇵 くそ

🇫🇷 merde

🇪🇸 maldita sea

🇹🇷 kahretsin

🇰🇷 젠장

🇸🇦 تبا

🇨🇿 sakra

🇸🇰 sakra

🇨🇳 见鬼

🇸🇮 prekletstvo

🇮🇸 óþekkt

🇰🇿 құдай-ау

🇬🇪 ღმერთო

🇦🇿 lanet

🇲🇽 maldita sea

Etymology

The word 'goddammit' originates from the combination of the words 'God' and 'damn' which can be traced back to Middle English. The term 'damn' itself has its roots in Latin, derived from 'damnare', meaning 'to condemn'. The use of 'God' in conjunction with swearing became common as a means to intensify the emotional weight of the curse. By the 19th century, it was popularized in American English as a strong expression of frustration, often in reaction to mishaps or irritating situations. Over the years, its prevalence has fluctuated, with many viewing it as a strong curse while others consider it a more casual expression of annoyance. The confluence of religious contexts with profane language highlights the cultural significance of cursing in expressing human emotions.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,240, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.