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Meaning of damned
The primary meaning of the word "damned" is to be condemned or cursed.
Etymology of damned
The word "damned" comes from the Old French "damner", which is derived from the Latin "damnare", meaning to condemn or blame
Historically, the word has been used to express strong disapproval or condemnation, and has also been used in a theological sense to refer to eternal punishment
Synonyms
cursed
condemned
doomed
blasted
wretched
unfortunate
unhappy
ill-fated
star-crossed
hapless
luckless
miserable
pitiful
regrettable
deplorable
lamentable
atrocious
abominable
detestable
odious
hateful
execrable
abhorrent
repugnant
disgusting
repulsive
vile
heinous
egregious
flagrant
scandalous
shameful
disgraceful
ignominious
infamous
notorious
Definitions
- Used to express strong annoyance or frustration
- * Officially or formally condemned or censured
- * Condemned to suffer eternal punishment in hell
Usage Examples
- The politician's career was damned by the scandal
- * The city was damned to suffer from poverty and neglect
- * He felt damned to repeat the same mistakes over and over
Antonyms
blessed
saved
redeemed
fortunate
lucky
happy
fortunate
favored
privileged
advantaged
prosperous
successful
thriving
flourishing
triumphant
victorious
glorious
noble
honorable
commendable
praiseworthy
admirable
laudable