Gutted Meaning in English
word · lemma: gut
Definition
In informal British English, 'gutted' means extremely disappointed or upset. It can also mean physically having the inside of something (like a fish or a building) removed, but it's most often used to describe strong emotional disappointment.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal and common in British English; rarely used this way in American English—use 'devastated' or 'crushed' in American contexts. Often used after bad news: 'I was gutted.' Collocates with 'absolutely', 'really'. Can also refer to something stripped inside, but the emotional meaning is most common for people.
Example Sentences
I was gutted when my team lost the final.
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She looked gutted after hearing the news.
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He felt gutted when he didn’t get the job.
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I’m absolutely gutted about missing the concert.
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He was totally gutted when his phone got stolen.
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The old building was completely gutted by fire.
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