Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gutted

verb (past tense of gut)

[ɡʌtɪd]

Definition

The term ‘gutted’ typically means to have the interior removed from something, often used in the context of fish or other animals. It can also denote a state of extreme disappointment or emotional distress.

Examples

After we gutted the fish, we were ready to cook it.
He was gutted when he found out he didn’t get the job.
The abandoned house was gutted of all its valuable materials.

Meaning

To be gutted can refer to both a physical action of removing the insides of something or a figurative feeling of emptiness or sadness, especially after receiving bad news.