JINXED Meaning and
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The term "jinxed" refers to a situation, object, or individual that is believed to be cursed or brings bad luck. It connotes a negative influence that often leads to unfortunate or detrimental outcomes. "Jinxed" is typically used metaphorically to describe instances where misfortune or bad luck seem to follow someone or something consistently.
A jinxed object is considered to possess supernatural or ominous powers that inflict mishaps or failures upon its owner or users. It is believed that such objects carry a malevolent force or energy that disrupts regular events and tends to attract disastrous occurrences. Similarly, individuals who are labeled as jinxed are believed to unwittingly bring misfortune or bad luck upon themselves or the people around them.
The concept of being jinxed often implies a superstitious perspective, where events that cannot be easily explained by rational means are attributed to mystical or occult powers. This perception can be traced back to different cultures and folklore traditions, where curses, evil spirits, or hexes are thought to exist and cause adverse effects.
In contemporary usage, "jinxed" is commonly used colloquially to describe situations where things consistently go wrong, even in normal circumstances or without obvious explanations. It can be employed to express frustration or disillusionment when facing continuous bad luck or recurring negative outcomes. The term "jinxed" reflects a belief in the power of external forces or luck, which affects an individual, object, or situation in an unfavorable and persistent manner.
Common Misspellings for JINXED
Etymology of JINXED
The word "jinxed" is derived from the noun "jinx", which originated in American slang around the late 19th century or early 20th century. The exact origin is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from the name "Jinks", possibly a variant of "jinn", referring to a supernatural spirit or demon in Islamic mythology.
Over time, "jinx" evolved to become a verb, and the past tense form of "jinx" became "jinxed". It is typically used to describe a person or object that is believed to bring bad luck or misfortune.
Similar spelling words for JINXED
Conjugate verb Jinxed
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