Damned

/dæmd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to condemn or sentence to eternal punishment.

He was damned for his wicked deeds.

to criticize or condemn strongly.

The critics damned the film for its lack of originality.

adjective

condemned to eternal punishment in hell; doomed.

The damned souls wandered through the shadows of the inferno.

used as an intensifier to express contempt or frustration.

I can't believe I lost that damned ticket again!

Middle English, from the Old French 'damner', from Latin 'damnare', meaning 'to condemn'.

damned if you do, damned if you don't

A situation where you will face criticism no matter what choice you make.

the damned

A term used to refer to those condemned to hell.

damned good

Something that is exceptionally good.

damnation

The act of accusing or condemning someone to punishment.

damning

Expressing strong disapproval.

damn

To condemn or declare to be bad.

Used for emphasis in frustration.

That damned thing won't start!

Expresses annoyance or irritation.

I can't believe I have to deal with this damned mess.