sucked
word · lemma: suck
Definition
Past tense of 'suck'. It can mean to pull in air or liquid with the mouth or a machine, and in informal speech it can also mean that something was very bad or unpleasant.
Usage & Nuances
The informal meaning 'was very bad' is common in spoken English but can sound rude, especially in formal settings. Common patterns include 'That sucked' and 'The movie sucked'. The literal sense appears with objects like 'through a straw', 'the vacuum sucked up dust', or 'the pump sucked water out'.
Example Sentences
The baby sucked milk from the bottle.
basic
The vacuum sucked up all the dust.
basic
The movie sucked.
basic
Yesterday sucked, but today is better.
natural
The straw sucked air because there was no juice left.
natural
That road trip sucked after the car broke down.
natural