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Definition & Meaning of "wasted"in English

wasted
01

suggesting that something is used ineffectively and does not produce the intended result 

Grammatical Information
Composition
past participle adjective
qualitative
Superlative
most wasted
Comparative
more wasted
gradable
02

(of an organ or body part) thinned and weakened, often due to illness, injury, or lack of use 

Examples
The wasted muscles in his legs were a result of being bedridden for several months. 
03

weak and thin, especially as a result of old age or an illness 

04

heavily intoxicated by alcohol, often to the point of being impaired or unconscious 

Slang

What does "wasted" mean in alcohol slang?

The term "wasted" means heavily intoxicated from alcohol, often to the point of significant impairment, loss of coordination, or inability to function normally. The structure is informal slang where "wasted" metaphorically suggests being depleted or knocked out by alcohol. It is commonly used in casual speech to describe severe drunkenness.

Examples
He was so wasted at the party that he could barely stand. 
05

not used to good advantage 

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