Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
beaten-up
Adjective
/ˈbiːtn ʌp/
Definition
worn out or damaged through use or rough treatment.
Examples
- The old car looked beaten-up after years of neglect.
- He wore a beaten-up jacket that had seen better days.
- Her beaten-up sneakers were comfortable but hardly stylish.
Meaning
Something that is beaten-up is in poor condition due to frequent use or abuse, often looking shabby or in disrepair.
Synonyms
- worn-out
- shabby
- damaged
- used
- dilapidated
