Meaning & use
I am fucked up
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Meanings
phrasefixed phrasevulgarslang
A very rude way to say that you are in a bad physical or mental state, such as being very tired, confused, or emotionally damaged.
Grammar: Used as a complete sentence; the subject 'I' and verb 'am' are fixed.
Patterns
- I am fucked up
- I'm fucked up
After working three night shifts, I am fucked up.
He said, 'I am fucked up' after the breakup, meaning he felt terrible.
I'm fucked up from lack of sleep.
phrasefixed phrasevulgarslang
A very rude way to say that you are badly affected by drugs or alcohol.
Grammar: Used as a complete sentence; often in past tense: I was fucked up.
Patterns
- I am fucked up
- I'm fucked up
He was so fucked up he could not stand.
She said she was fucked up after taking the pills.
Common combinations
- really fucked up
- I'm really fucked up after that news.
- fucked up from something
- He was fucked up from the drugs.
- feel fucked up
- I feel fucked up today.
Synonyms and how they differ
- messed up
- Much milder and not vulgar; can be used in polite company.
- screwed up
- Less vulgar than 'fucked up' but still informal.
Practice
In which situation is it most appropriate to say 'I am fucked up'?
Choose one answer.
This phrase is vulgar and slang, so it is only suitable in very informal settings with people you know well. It would be offensive in formal or professional situations.
Make it your own
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