Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tanked
verb (past tense)
/tæŋkt/
Definition
To be ruined or destroyed; to fail spectacularly; to fall heavily in performance or condition.
Examples
- The stock market tanked after the announcement of new economic policies.
- After a series of poor games, the team’s chances of winning the championship completely tanked.
- He tanked his exam because he didn’t study.
- After a few drinks, he was completely tanked at the party.
Meaning
The term “tanked” often refers to something that has dramatically lost value, quality, or effectiveness. It can also mean being heavily intoxicated.
Synonyms
- collapsed
- failed
- declined
- dropped
- crashed
