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wrecked

 

[ rɛkt ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

state of being

Wrecked refers to something that has been severely damaged or destroyed. It can describe physical objects, like vehicles, or emotional states, indicating that a person feels utterly defeated or devastated.

Synonyms

damaged, destroyed, devastated, ruined

Examples of usage

  • The car was completely wrecked after the accident.
  • He felt wrecked after hearing the bad news.
  • The storm wrecked the coastal town.
  • Her emotions were wrecked following the breakup.
Context #2 | Verb

action of destruction

To wreck means to destroy or severely damage something, such as a vehicle or a structure. The term can also refer to ruining plans or relationships.

Synonyms

destroy, devastate, ruin, shatter

Examples of usage

  • The explosion wrecked the building.
  • Don't let negativity wreck your dreams.
  • He wrecked his chances of success with poor decisions.

Translations

Translations of the word "wrecked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 destroçado

🇮🇳 बिगड़ा हुआ

🇩🇪 zerstört

🇮🇩 hancur

🇺🇦 зруйнований

🇵🇱 zniszczony

🇯🇵 壊れた (kowareta)

🇫🇷 épave

🇪🇸 destrozado

🇹🇷 mahvolmuş

🇰🇷 파괴된 (pagwaedoen)

🇸🇦 مدمر (mudammir)

🇨🇿 zkoušený

🇸🇰 zničený

🇨🇳 破坏的 (pòhuài de)

🇸🇮 uničen

🇮🇸 eyðilagður

🇰🇿 жойылған

🇬🇪 დაზიანებული (dazianebuli)

🇦🇿 möhkəm zədələnmiş

🇲🇽 destrozado

Etymology

The word 'wrecked' originates from the Old English word 'wreccan,' which means 'to drive or push away.' It evolved through Middle English as 'wrakken,' which referred specifically to causing ruin or destruction, especially of ships or vessels. Over time, the modern usage of 'wrecked' emerged, shifting from a focus on ships to a broader application encompassing various forms of damage, both physical and emotional. The transition reflects a historical shift in language as societal norms and human experiences changed. By the late 19th century, 'wrecked' became commonly used in American English, often associated with the aftermath of accidents or disasters. Today, it encompasses a wide range of meanings, making it a versatile term in both conversational and literary contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,903, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.