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down bad
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experiencing extreme emotional desperation, often in a romantic or sexual context, usually in a pathetic or hopeless way
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What does "down bad" mean in slang?
The phrase "down bad" comes from combining "down," meaning low or in a negative state, with "bad" to intensify that feeling. In slang, this expression evolved to describe someone who is in a very desperate or emotionally vulnerable situation. Today, it is often used to refer to extreme romantic or sexual longing, especially when someone's behavior seems overly eager, hopeless, or lacking self-control. It is usually used in a humorous or slightly critical way.
Examples
He texted her at 3 a.m. he's really down bad.
