Word
hammered
Phoneticsham·mered, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈhæmɝd/
UK/hˈæməd/
Definitions
01very drunk
C1 · Advanced Informal · Slang · British English
adj. extremely drunk after drinking too much alcohol.
adj. intoxicated to a high degree. This sense is highly informal and common in British, Canadian, and Australian English.
“He was so hammered after the party that he couldn't find his keys.”
“By the time the wedding reception ended, several guests were visibly hammered and had to be escorted to their taxis.”
Antonyms
02shaped by hitting
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. having a surface that was shaped or flattened by hitting it with a hammer.
adj. having been struck or shaped by a hammer, often resulting in a decorative or functional texture.
“The artist sold beautiful hammered copper bowls at the market.”
“The artisan used a specialized tool to create a hammered finish on the silver plate, giving it a unique, handcrafted appearance.”
Usage
Often used to describe metalwork or jewelry finishes.
Antonyms
Real-World Examples
“Heavy rains have hammered Indiana over the past week, causing rivers to crest and setting new records.” “Victor Osimhen, one of the world’s highest-rated strikers, was already at Galatasaray , where he has hammered in 43 league goals in two seasons, plus this campaign’s opener.” Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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