Shafted: meaning, definitions and examples

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shafted

 

[ ʃæftɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

informal usage

Shafted is often used informally to describe someone being treated unfairly or cheated. It can refer to a situation where an individual feels wronged or deceived by someone else, often in a manner that is unexpected. This term is commonly used in contexts where betrayal or lack of consideration for someone's feelings is involved. The term gives a sense of being let down or taken advantage of.

Synonyms

betrayed, cheated, deceived, wronged.

Examples of usage

  • I can’t believe I got shafted on that deal.
  • She feels shafted by her friends after they ditched her.
  • He shafted me when he promised to help but didn’t show up.

Translations

Translations of the word "shafted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enganado

🇮🇳 धोखा दिया गया

🇩🇪 betrogen

🇮🇩 ditipu

🇺🇦 обманутий

🇵🇱 oszukany

🇯🇵 騙された

🇫🇷 dupé

🇪🇸 engañado

🇹🇷 aldatılmış

🇰🇷 속은

🇸🇦 مخدوع

🇨🇿 podvedený

🇸🇰 oklamaný

🇨🇳 被骗

🇸🇮 prevaren

🇮🇸 svikinn

🇰🇿 алдаған

🇬🇪 მოატყუეს

🇦🇿 aldadılmış

🇲🇽 engañado

Etymology

The term 'shafted' has its roots in slang, particularly in American English, and has evolved over the years. It is believed to come from the noun 'shaft,' which can refer to a long, slender part of an object or more commonly, a sharper or more negative connotation of being taken advantage of. The informal use of the term gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially within colloquial speech among certain demographics. It encapsulates feelings of disappointment and unfair treatment, symbolizing a metaphorical 'shafting' that one might experience in social or economic contexts. The evolution of the term reflects broader themes of betrayal and ethical breaches in relationships and transactions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,442 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.