Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fubar

slang
/ˈfjuːˌbɑːr/
Definition
A term used to describe something that is irreparably wrecked or in a state of disarray.
Examples
  • After the project’s third delay, everyone agreed that it was completely fubar.
  • His plan to fix the car ended up making it worse; it was totally fubar.
Meaning
Fubar originates from military slang and implies that a situation has been completely messed up.
Synonyms
  • messed up
  • ruined
  • fiasco