smashed
word · lemma: smash
Definition
"Smashed" is the past form and past participle of "smash," meaning broken violently into pieces or hit with great force. In informal English, it can also mean very drunk.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for serious physical damage: 'a smashed window,' 'a smashed phone.' In conversation, 'get smashed' often means 'get very drunk,' which is informal. Don't confuse it with 'cracked' or 'broken' when the damage is less severe.
Example Sentences
The ball hit the window and smashed it.
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My phone fell on the floor and got smashed.
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He smashed the glass by accident.
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I dropped my laptop last night, and now the screen is completely smashed.
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After three hours at the bar, they were absolutely smashed.
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The car was smashed in the crash, but luckily everyone was okay.
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