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Meaning of crushed
The primary meaning of the word "crushed" is to be severely defeated or disappointed.
Etymology of crushed
The word "crushed" originates from the Old French word "crousser" or "croistre", which means to break or shatter, and is derived from the Latin word "cruscare", meaning to crunch or grind
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century, initially to describe physical breaking or shattering, and later to describe emotional or psychological defeat
Synonyms
defeated
demoralized
disheartened
disappointed
depressed
dismayed
devastated
destroyed
ruined
shattered
broken
smashed
battered
bruised
hurt
injured
damaged
pulverized
flattened
compressed
overwhelmed
overpowered
vanquished
conquered
beaten
trounced
thrashed
clobbered
drubbed
thrashed
overwhelmed
overborne
oppressed
weighed down
downcast
dejected
despondent
despairing
hopeless
dispirited
demoralized
humiliated
mortified
chagrined
embarrassed
ashamed
humbled
abashed
Definitions
- Feeling severely disappointed or depressed
- Being physically broken or shattered into small pieces
- Being defeated or overpowered, often in a humiliating or overwhelming manner
Usage Examples
- The team was crushed by their defeat in the championship game
- She felt crushed when she didn't get the job she had been hoping for
- The city was crushed by the earthquake, with many buildings reduced to rubble
Antonyms
elated
ecstatic
euphoric
thrilled
delighted
pleased
satisfied
content
happy
jubilant
triumphant
victorious
successful
winning
glorious
proud
uplifted
heartened
inspired
motivated
encouraged
invigorated
revitalized
renewed
restored
rejuvenated
exuberant
buoyant
cheerful
optimistic
hopeful
confident
assured
certain