Meaning & Definition of word "Busted"
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Busted
/ˈbʌs.tɪd/
verb:
- 1. past tense of 'bust'; to break something or to fail.
- Example: I accidentally busted the window with my baseball.
- 2. to catch someone in the act, often relating to illegal activity.
- Example: The police busted the gang involved in drug trafficking.
adjective:
- 1. broken or damaged; no longer functioning.
- Example: My phone is completely busted after I dropped it.
slang:
- 1. informally used to refer to someone who has been caught or apprehended.
- Example: He got busted for speeding on the highway.
Etymology
The term 'bust' originates from the slang use of 'to bust', which means to break, and evolved into 'busted' as a past participle.
Common Phrases and Expressions
busted flat:
to be flat broke or out of money.
busted up:
to be injured or damaged severely.
getting busted:
to be caught doing something illegal or inappropriate.
Related Words
bust:
to break or smash something.
bustle:
to move in an energetic or noisy manner.
busty:
having large breasts.
Slang Meanings of busted
Meaning: To be discovered in a compromising situation.
Example Sentence: She was totally busted when her parents came home early.
Meaning: To be out of money.
Example Sentence: After paying the bills, I'm completely busted this week.