BUMMER Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

bummer 1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈbə-mər

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as in accident

something (as a situation or event) that is depressing boy, breaking your leg right before vacation is a bummer

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as in disappointment

something that disappoints the cancellation of the holiday office party was a total bummer

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as in disaster

something that has failed that new start-up company proved to be a real bummer

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bummer

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as in hobo

a homeless wanderer who may beg or steal for a living a lifelong bummer, he never knew the satisfaction of having to work for a living

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The only thing that’s a bit of a bummer is the cutting board lid. —

Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 8 Aug. 2024 That’s a bit of a bummer, given that Suunto’s headphones are on the pricier side at $149 and $199. —

Victoria Song, The Verge, 21 July 2024 That’s a bummer, especially for scientists who are trying to save the state’s struggling coral reefs. —

Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 25 June 2024 Dealing with a stain on your favorite t-shirt can be a big bummer, but getting mustard out of clothes is certainly doable. —

Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 28 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for bummer

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