gutted
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of gutted
First recorded in 1990–95; gut ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Fellow professional Johannes Radebe said: "Gutted for you both, take care of yourself."
From BBC • Sep. 23, 2025
Gutted and blackened by fire, the nursing home belched smoke as a fire crew doused the last stubborn flames lapping at what remained of the roof.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025
Gutted stores stood empty, their floors marbled with dried mud.
From Washington Post • May 17, 2022
"Gutted to miss this Test but really excited to see Neser finally get his chance in the baggy green," Cummins, 28, said on social media.
From BBC • Dec. 15, 2021
“Unfortunately I’ve tested positive for Covid. Gutted to not be there with the boys in Portland but all the confidence they can get the job done, and I’ll be back soon as possible,” he wrote.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 21, 2021
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