Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

banjax

verb
/ˈbæn.dʒæks/
Definition
To damage or break something badly; to render useless or ineffective.
Examples
  • The old car was completely banjaxed after the accident.
  • After a long night of partying, I felt totally banjaxed the next day.
  • Don’t banjax the equipment; it’s very expensive!
Meaning
The term ‘banjax’ is often used informally to describe the state of something that has been severely harmed or destroyed, usually due to careless handling or neglect.
Synonyms
  • wreck
  • ruin
  • damage
  • destroy
  • break