damned
Translation
damned, cursed
Examples
It's another damned rainy day.
It's another darned rainy day.
I'll be damned if I know.
I'll be darned if I know.
He is a damned fool.
He is a darned fool.
Grammar Patterns
((damned/darned)) ((noun)) used to express annoyance Get that darned cat off the table.
I'll be ((damned/darned)) if... used to express surprise or refusal I'll be darned if I'll help him.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cursed, blasted, darned
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to damn'. Often replaced by 'darned' in the US to be less offensive.
Memory Tips
Used as an intensifier like 'damn'. The phrase 'I'll be damned' expresses great surprise.