wrecked

[ rekt ]

adjective

, Slang.

1. extremely drunk or high on drugs:

   We all got completely wrecked after prom.

wrecked

/ rɛkt /

adjective

1. slang.
   in a state of intoxication, stupor, or euphoria, induced by drugs or alcohol

Word History and Origins

Origin of wrecked¹

First recorded in 1965–70; wreck ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

The army is still towing away wrecked cars which were tossed around in the floodwaters.

From BBC

The following year, his balloon burst a mile above the ground in Virginia, and his re-attempt at the flight saw him wrecked among burr chestnut trees and almost killed.

From Salon

When we pass by the ruins, bundles of flat bread remain visible on the floor of a wrecked ambulance.

From BBC

Some streets and residential areas were wrecked as a result of flash-flooding, such as this one in Letur, southwest of Valencia.

From BBC

With untold numbers of properties wrecked by major hurricanes Helene and Milton in recent weeks, homeowners across the Southeast will be in close contact with insurance agents until their claims are resolved.

From Salon

Related Words

• broken
• demolished
• dismantled
• ruined
• shattered
• smashed