damned

[damd]

damned Definition

  • 1condemned by God to suffer eternal punishment in hell
  • 2used to express anger or frustration

Using damned: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "damned" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was afraid of going to hell and being damned for all eternity.

  • Example

    I'm so damned tired of this job.

  • Example

    The damned car won't start again!

  • Example

    She's a damned good cook.

damned Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for damned

Phrases with damned

  • to not care at all about something

    Example

    I don't give a damn what he thinks.

  • to be determined to do something despite any obstacles or difficulties

    Example

    I'll be damned if I let him get away with that.

  • damned if you do, damned if you don't

    a situation where both options have negative consequences

    Example

    If I tell the truth, I'll get in trouble. If I lie, I'll feel guilty. It's a damned if you do, damned if you don't situation.

Origins of damned

from Old English 'gedamnod', meaning 'condemned'

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Summary: damned in Brief

The term 'damned' [damd] is an adjective that has two main meanings. The first refers to being condemned by God to suffer eternal punishment in hell. The second is used to express anger or frustration. Examples include 'He was afraid of going to hell and being damned for all eternity.' and 'I'm so damned tired of this job.' Phrases like 'not give a damn' and 'be damned if' are also common.

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