busted
Americanadjective
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broken, fractured, or seriously damaged.
a busted leg.
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no longer working or operating.
a busted radio.
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penniless or bankrupt; broke.
busted businesses that can’t pay their bills.
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I never talk about my busted marriages.
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in trouble; caught doing something bad or wrong.
I know that’s a lie—you are so busted!
adjective
Etymology
Origin of busted
First recorded in 1835–40; bust 2 ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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And she wouldn't mind if some of her other favourite bands followed Busted and McFly's lead.
From BBC • Oct. 25, 2024
The bands had been building up to the joint tour announcement over the summer, framing the gigs as a battle of "Busted Vs McFly".
From BBC • Oct. 25, 2024
Busted coverage in the left side of Maryland’s secondary left Charlotte receiver Jairus Mack wide open for a 48-yard touchdown on the first drive of the game.
From Washington Times • Sep. 10, 2023
Matt and Emma met while Busted - a pop-punk band with hits including What I Go to School For, Year 3000 and Air Hostess - was appearing on the music channel MTV.
From BBC • May 16, 2023
Busted Nicholas, I’ve warned you about not paying attention in my class.
From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander
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