TORPEDOED Meaning and
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Torpedoed is the past tense verb form of the word "torpedo," which refers to deliberate actions or activities that cause severe damage, ruin, or completely destroy someone's plans, goals, strategies, or chances of success.
The term originated from naval warfare, where a torpedo is a cylindrical explosive device fired from a submarine or surface vessel, designed to hit and sink enemy ships. Similar to the physical impact of a torpedo, when something is torpedoed, it is metaphorically struck with forceful, crippling effects.
In a broader context, torpedoed describes actions that undermine or sabotage someone's efforts or achievements, often resulting in complete failure or substantial setbacks. It implies intentional or unexpected actions that cripple progress, advancements, or positive results.
The word can also be used figuratively to describe situations where an individual or group deliberately undermines or sabotages the efforts, plans, or success of others. In social or professional settings, one may encounter instances where hidden agendas, negative actions, or intentional interferences torpedo someone's reputation, career, or personal relationships.
Overall, torpedoed represents a forceful, destructive action that significantly impairs or derails progress, goals, or plans, leaving little to no chance of successful outcome or recovery.
Common Misspellings for TORPEDOED
Etymology of TORPEDOED
The word "torpedoed" is derived from the noun "torpedo", which originally referred to a type of explosive underwater missile. The word "torpedo" was first used in the late 17th century and is believed to have been borrowed from Italian, specifically from the term "torpèdo" or "torpédo". This Italian word was a shortening of "tonno di Pontevedro", which means "tunny (tuna) of Pontevedra" in English.
The connection between a fish and an underwater explosive weapon might seem unusual, but it arose due to the method of attack used by tunny fish. Tunas were known to ram into ships, causing damage to their hulls. This behavior reminded people of the effect of explosions on naval vessels, leading to the association with the naval weapon.
Similar spelling words for TORPEDOED
Conjugate verb Torpedoed
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