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Meaning of dashed
The primary meaning of the word "dashed" is to strike or collide violently with something, or to be suddenly and completely destroyed or ruined.
Etymology of dashed
The word "dashed" originates from the verb "dash", which has its roots in the Old French word "dasser" or "dechasser", meaning to strike or thrust.
The verb "dash" has been used in English since the 14th century, initially meaning to strike or collide violently with something, and later developing additional meanings such as to move suddenly and violently, or to destroy or ruin something.
Synonyms
destroyed
ruined
shattered
broken
smashed
crushed
demolished
annihilated
devastated
wrecked
ravaged
dismantled
disintegrated
fragmented
splintered
fractured
severed
sundered
torn
ripped
lacerated
mutilated
mangled
battered
bruised
damaged
harmed
injured
impaired
marred
spoiled
vitiated
debilitated
weakened
enfeebled
crippled
incapacitated
paralyzed.
Definitions
- Past tense of the verb "dash", meaning to strike or collide violently with something, or to move suddenly and violently in a particular direction.
- Past tense of the verb "dash", meaning to destroy or ruin something, or to deprive someone of their hopes or expectations.
- Having a line or lines drawn through it, typically to indicate cancellation or deletion.
Usage Examples
- The car dashed against the wall, causing significant damage.
- Her hopes were dashed when she didn't get the job.
- The storm dashed against the coast, causing widespread destruction.