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It describes a state of extreme fatigue or intoxication, often implying that a person is too exhausted or drugged to function.
Examples
She got zonked at the club and couldn't remember the night.
Even the coffee couldn't wake him; he was still zonked.
By sunrise, the hikers were zonked and needed a rest.
The drug left her zonked, unable to focus on anything.
The comedian's jokes left the audience zonked, laughing uncontrollably.
Similar words
plastered
exhausted
wasted
drunk
fatigued
wiped out
knackeredsmashed
beat
spent
Meanings
Examples
After the marathon, she was completely zonked.
He looked zonked after pulling an all‑night shift.
The kids were zonked from staying up late gaming.
She felt zonked and could barely keep her eyes open.
Even the coffee couldn't wake him; he was still zonked.
By sunrise, the hikers were zonked and needed a rest.
Similar words
exhausted
fatigued
drained
wiped out
spent
knackeredbeat
weary
Examples
After three shots, Mark was completely zonked.
She got zonked at the club and couldn't remember the night.
The comedian's jokes left the audience zonked, laughing uncontrollably.
He was zonked on the couch, barely able to speak.
The drug left her zonked, unable to focus on anything.
They were zonked after the festival and needed coffee.
Similar words
intoxicated
drunk
high
wasted
blitzed
hammered
smashed
plastered
Etymology
First recorded in the 1950s in American slang, the origin of the word is uncertain.
FAQ
What does zonked mean in everyday conversation?
It means extremely tired or exhausted, often after a long period without rest.
Can zonked refer to being drunk or high?
Yes, it can describe someone who is heavily intoxicated by alcohol or drugs.
Is zonked considered formal or informal?
It is an informal, slang term.
When did the word zonked first appear?
The earliest recorded use is from the 1950s in American slang.
Is there a verb form of zonked?
Yes, it is the past tense of the verb zonk, meaning to cause someone to become exhausted or to fail.
What are some synonyms for zonked?
Synonyms include exhausted, fatigued, drained, wiped out, spent, knackered, beat, and weary.
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