Down bad

What does Down bad mean?

Desperate for love or attention

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What does Down bad mean?

Definition of Down bad

Desperate for love or attention

When is Down bad used?

Down bad is often used when someone is craving affection or validation, often humorously.

Examples of using Down bad

1

He's down bad after the breakup, keeps calling her.

2

Down bad for her, buys her gifts all the time.

3

I'm down bad for that new phone, can't stop thinking about it.

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