Definition

Describing someone who has been bitten by a snake, often used metaphorically to indicate bad luck or misfortune.

Example

After the accident, he felt snakebitten and believed nothing would go right for him.

Conversation

After that hiking trip, I feel a bit snakebitten by all the bugs.

Oh no! Did you get bitten a lot?

Yeah, it was like they were all after me.

That's the worst! Maybe next time, bring some bug spray.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snakebitten → The word is formed from 'snake' (from Old English 'snaca', meaning a serpent or snake) and 'bitten' (the past participle of 'bite', from Old English 'bītan', meaning to cut or pierce with the teeth). The term 'snakebitten' refers to being bitten by a snake, often implying injury or harm from such an event.

Memory Tip

Imagine a snake 'cutting' or 'piercing' with its fangs — that's why 'snakebitten' means having been bitten by a snake.

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