Fuck up
phrasal verb
To make a big mistake or do something very wrong.
She really fucked up the interview. Now, she won't get the job.
Often appears as...
- fuck up the interview
- fuck up the opportunity
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To ruin, spoil or damage something.
I fucked up my laptop by spilling coffee on it.
Often appears as...
- fuck up a laptop
- fuck up a car
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb
To cause physical or emotional harm to someone.
Her abusive relationship really fucked her up.
Often appears as...
- fuck someone up mentally
- fuck someone up emotionally
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
noun
A mistake, an error, or a failure.
His life is full of fuck ups.
Often appears as...
- a big fuck up
- an epic fuck up
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To make a big mistake or do something very wrong.
She really fucked up the interview. Now, she won't get the job.
Often appears as...
- fuck up the interview
- fuck up the opportunity
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To ruin, spoil or damage something.
I fucked up my laptop by spilling coffee on it.
Often appears as...
- fuck up a laptop
- fuck up a car
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb
To cause physical or emotional harm to someone.
Her abusive relationship really fucked her up.
Often appears as...
- fuck someone up mentally
- fuck someone up emotionally
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
noun
A mistake, an error, or a failure.
His life is full of fuck ups.
Often appears as...
- a big fuck up
- an epic fuck up
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
The phrase is very informal and may be offensive. Avoid using it in professional or formal settings.
I can't believe I fucked up the presentation.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity of Mistake
Often used for significant mistakes that have noticeable negative consequences.
He fucked up by missing the deadline.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Expresses frustration, self-criticism, or regret over the error made.
I really fucked up this time.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
The phrase is very informal and may be offensive. Avoid using it in professional or formal settings.
I can't believe I fucked up the presentation.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity of Mistake
Often used for significant mistakes that have noticeable negative consequences.
He fucked up by missing the deadline.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Expresses frustration, self-criticism, or regret over the error made.
I really fucked up this time.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
The phrase is very informal and may be offensive. Avoid using it in professional or formal settings.
I can't believe I fucked up the presentation.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity of Mistake
Often used for significant mistakes that have noticeable negative consequences.
He fucked up by missing the deadline.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Impact
Expresses frustration, self-criticism, or regret over the error made.
I really fucked up this time.
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