Meaning & Definition of Winded in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Breathless or exhausted, typically from physical exertion.

  Example Sentence: After running the marathon, she felt completely winded.

• Definition: Having difficulty breathing or feeling out of breath.

  Example Sentence: He was winded after climbing the steep hill.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from 'wind' meaning to breathe heavily.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• winded up: To finish or conclude something, often used in a casual context.
• winded down: To slow down or reduce pace, often used to describe an easing of activity.

Translations

• Spanish: sin aliento

• French: essoufflé

• German: außer Atem

• Russian: запыхавшийся

Related Words

• wind: A current of air; can also refer to breath.

• winding: Having many turns or bends; not straight.

Slang Meanings of winded

• Meaning: Winded in casual conversation often means tired or needing a break.

  Example Sentence: After playing all day, I'm totally winded.

• Meaning: To be winded can also refer to feeling overwhelmed by a situation.

  Example Sentence: That argument really left me winded.