Blasted

Pronunciation: /ˈblæstɪd/

Definitions of blasted

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'blasted' is describing something that has been affected or damaged by an explosion or strong force.

Example Sentences

A1 The blasted wind knocked over the umbrella.

A2 I can't believe we missed the blasted bus.

B1 The blasted storm caused a power outage in the whole neighborhood.

B2 After hours of searching, we finally found the blasted treasure.

C1 The blasted bureaucracy made it difficult to get the necessary permits.

C2 She was fed up with the blasted traffic and decided to walk instead.

Examples of blasted in a Sentence

formal The construction workers blasted the rock to make way for the new building.

informal I blasted through my homework so I could go out with my friends.

slang He blasted that game last night, he's really good at it.

figurative The news of his promotion blasted through the office, everyone was excited for him.

Grammatical Forms of blasted

• past tense: blasted
• plural: blasteds
• comparative: more blasted
• superlative: most blasted
• present tense: blast
• future tense: will blast
• perfect tense: have blasted
• continuous tense: is blasting
• singular: blasted
• positive degree: blasted
• infinitive: to blast
• gerund: blasting
• participle: blasting

Origin and Evolution of blasted

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'blasted' originated from the Old English word 'blæstan' which means to blow or breathe on. It was later used to describe something that has been damaged or ruined.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'blasted' evolved to also convey a sense of frustration or annoyance, often used as an expletive or intensifier in informal language.