down bad
"Down bad" is a slang term originating from African-American Vernacular English, describing intense emotional lows often related to unrequited love or desperate situations.
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Definition
B2Romantic
(informal, slang)Feeling intense attraction to someone, often compromising one's dignity.
Example
- He's down bad for her, constantly checking her social media and sending her messages.
B2General
(informal, slang)Experiencing a significant emotional or financial low point.
Example
- After losing his job, he was really down bad, struggling to make ends meet.
Similar
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