Whacked Meaning and Definition

: Whacked

Whacked

Pronunciation

/wækt/

Part of Speech

Noun, Verb, Adjective

Definition

A Whacked is an unconventional or unexpected event, often used to describe a surprising or astonishing occurrence.

Examples

  • The sudden sale of the company was a real Whacked.
  • The concert ended with a Whacked surprise performance by the band’s lead singer.

Synonyms

  • Surprise
  • Stun
  • Kick

Antonyms

  • Predictable
  • Expected
  • Lackluster

Etymology

The word Whacked is believed to have originated in the 19th century, when it was used to describe a violent or forceful action.

Usage Notes

Whacked can be used as both a noun and a verb, with the noun form describing an event and the verb form describing the act of causing an event.

Cultural References

Whacked has appeared in popular culture, including in music, film, and literature, often used to describe unexpected or surprising events.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

  • Whacked out: completely surprised or astonished
  • To Whack something: to surprise or astonish someone or something

Related Words or Phrases

  • Surprise
  • Stun
  • Shock

Collocations

  • Whacked event
  • Whacked surprise
  • Whacked reaction

Frequency of Use

Whacked is a relatively rare word, but its usage has increased in recent years due to its versatility and ability to describe unexpected events.

Common Misspellings

  • Whakced
  • Whackedly
  • Whackedness

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