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hosed Synonyms
Another word for hosed
Choosing another word for hosed depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
In a hopeless, ruined, or severely disadvantaged predicament; cheated or defeated (informal).
Usage Example
"If the backup generator fails during the storm, our entire data center is completely screwed."
Strongest
screwed
doomed
done for
Strong
ruined
sunk
wrecked
• adjective (Context 2)
Broken, nonfunctional, or corrupted, especially regarding computer hardware or software (informal).
Usage Example
"After the interrupted update, the operating system was broken and required a full reinstallation."
Strongest
broken
busted
Strong
kaput
corrupted
fried
out of order
• adjective (Context 3)
Wearing hose or stockings; fitted with a flexible hose.
Usage Example
"The historical portrait depicted a nobleman in a velvet doublet and brightly stockinged legs."
Strongest
stockinged
Opposites of hosed
The opposite of hosed shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
functional
working
operational
barelegged
intact
saved
fortunate
safe
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hosed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hosed