ripped
Pronunciation: [rɪpt]
Word
Context: “physical action”
(verb) to tear something into pieces with force. Imagine pulling on a piece of paper until it splits apart.
Example
She ripped the paper in half to make it fit in her bag.
Example
He didn't rip the page; he carefully turned it without damage.
Example
Did you accidentally rip the fabric while sewing?
Context: “physical appearance”
(adjective) describes someone who has a very muscular and toned body. If you see someone with big muscles and a fit shape, you might say they are ripped.
Example
After months of training, he looked ripped and very strong.
Example
She felt discouraged because she didn’t look ripped like her friends.
Example
Do you think I need to work out more to get ripped?
Context: “damage”
(verb) to cause something to be badly damaged or destroyed. This often relates to clothes or materials that are no longer whole.
Example
The storm ripped the roof off the house.
Example
The old roof didn't rip even during the heavy winds last year.
Example
Did the wind rip any branches off the tree?
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