Synonyms for

Downed

Verb / daʊnd / Another word for downed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To knock someone or something down; to shoot down an aircraft or bird

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

demolished destroyed toppled subdued

Informal

knocked over taken down wrecked crashed

Literary

prostrated overthrown laid low

Antonyms

raised erect standing upright ascended supported built

Common collocations

  • plane downed
  • aircraft downed
  • tree downed
  • fighter downed
  • ship downed
  • record downed
  • record downed by

Word family

verb down
adjective down
adverb down

Usage note

Primarily used in the past participle form to describe something that has been caused to fall or be destroyed, especially aircraft or structures. Can also refer to drinking quickly.

Example sentences

  1. The tree was downed in the storm.
  2. The hunter downed a deer.
  3. The pilot downed his enemy's plane.
  4. The basketball player downed the ball to his teammate.
  5. The wrestler downed his opponent with a quick move.

Quotes

  • I downed a shot of tequila and immediately regretted it.
  • The plane was downed by enemy fire.
  • The boxer downed his opponent with a powerful punch.

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