Souped: meaning, definitions and examples

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souped

 

[ suːpt ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

automotive slang

The term 'souped' typically refers to a vehicle that has been modified or enhanced for better performance, often implying the addition of new parts or features to increase speed or power. This slang is commonly used in car enthusiast circles, where individuals strive to make their cars faster or more efficient.

Synonyms

enhanced, improved, modified.

Examples of usage

  • He souped up his engine to race competitively.
  • She bought a souped-up car for more thrilling drives.
  • The souped vehicle won the local drag race.
Context #2 | Verb

slang usage

To soup means to enhance or improve something, usually in a way that makes it more exciting or powerful. While it can apply to various contexts, it's most commonly associated with automobiles.

Synonyms

boost, enhance, upgrade.

Examples of usage

  • They souped the software for better functionality.
  • He souped up his bicycle with new gears.
  • She plans to soup the old computer for gaming.

Translations

Translations of the word "souped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sopa

🇮🇳 सूप

🇩🇪 Suppe

🇮🇩 sup

🇺🇦 суп

🇵🇱 zupa

🇯🇵 スープ

🇫🇷 soupe

🇪🇸 sopa

🇹🇷 çorba

🇰🇷 수프

🇸🇦 شوربة

🇨🇿 polévka

🇸🇰 polievka

🇨🇳 

🇸🇮 juha

🇮🇸 súpa

🇰🇿 сорпа

🇬🇪 სუპი

🇦🇿 şorba

🇲🇽 sopa

Etymology

The term 'souped' has its origins in automotive slang, specifically emerging from the practices of car enthusiasts who began modifying cars for better performance in the mid-20th century. The word is believed to derive from 'souping up,' which originally referred to the act of enhancing the power of an engine by altering its components or adding modifications. The adoption of 'souped' in this context became popular in car culture in the 1960s and 1970s, particularly in the United States, where street racing and customization were increasingly in vogue. Over time, the term has broadened to imply any enhancement or improvement, extending beyond vehicles to encompass various aspects of technology and personal gadgets.