# washed

/ˈwɑʃt/ (US) · /wˈɒʃt/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/washed
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 2. no longer talented

adjective · CEFR C1 · Slang · Informal

used to describe someone, like an athlete or artist, who is no longer as good as they used to be.

For teachers: a slang term derived from 'washed up', describing a person who has passed their peak and is no longer capable of high-level performance.

- People are saying the striker is washed because he hasn't scored a goal all season.
- Social media was flooded with comments claiming the veteran point guard was washed after his third consecutive game with high turnovers and low shooting percentages.

Usage: Usually follows the verb 'to be'.

Teaching tip: This is very common in sports and gaming communities to mock players who are performing poorly compared to their past.

## Examples

- People say that old striker is washed.
- Fans debated whether the veteran quarterback was truly washed or just playing behind a weak offensive line.
- The once-celebrated director faced harsh reviews from critics who claimed his latest film proved he was completely washed and out of touch with modern audiences.

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