adj
blasted
BLAH-stihd
adj
1
Destroyed or damaged by an explosion or violent force.
"The blasted ruins of the old fort still stood on the hill."
2
Used to express annoyance, as a mild curse.
"I can't find my blasted keys anywhere!"
adv
1
Used to intensify a statement, expressing frustration.
"It's blasted cold out there tonight."
How to Use Blasted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDamaged by an explosion, or (informally) an all-purpose word for annoyance, similar to "damned."
When to use it
As an intensifier ("blasted nuisance"), it is old-fashioned, mildly comic informal speech rather than a serious curse.
Word Forms
more blasted comparative, most blasted superlative
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Etymology
Past participle of "blast," extended to a mild swear word expressing frustration.