Synonyms for

Screwed

Verb / skru:d / Another word for screwed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Screwed means to have been put in a difficult situation or to be in trouble.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

compromised disadvantaged imperiled jeopardized

Informal

doomed fucked goner toast up the creek

Literary

ruined undone blighted

Antonyms

fixed repaired improved successful fortunate helped assisted

Common collocations

  • screwed up
  • screwed over
  • screwed the pooch
  • screwed for cash
  • screwed in a tight spot
  • screwed by the system

Word family

noun screw
verb screw
adjective screwed

Usage note

The informal meanings of 'screwed' often imply a state of being in serious trouble or having been unfairly treated. Use with caution in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I am screwed if I don't finish my homework on time.
  2. I screwed up the recipe.
  3. He screwed me over by not paying me back.
  4. We're screwed if we don't find a way out of here.
  5. I feel screwed over by my boss's decision.

Quotes

  • I'm screwed. I'm totally, totally screwed. - Veronica Roth
  • In life, you can either be the one who serves the screwdriver or the one who gets screwed. - Radhika Mundra
  • I am totally screwed up and I can't believe this happened to me. - Kurt Cobain

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